Global Scans · Blockchain · Weekly Summary

• [New] Tokenized deposits and bond issuances can reduce settlement times from days to minutes, opening multi-trillion-dollar institutional flows to public and permissioned blockchain rails through 2033. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Animoca is betting that AI agents will need blockchain rails and that Asia will be the most practical place to build that future. News, Events, Advertising Options
• [New] The CLARITY Act has sparked a lot of debate, including concerns that it could shield bad actors, strip the SEC of authority, or pressure banks into adopting blockchain-based technologies. The Digital Chamber
• [New] Among the most prominent trends expected through 2026, integration of AI with blockchain stands out. Bitcoin Foundation
• A dedicated, high-performance blockchain for AI could position the ASI ecosystem as a leader, potentially increasing the long-term utility and value of its token. CoinMarketCap
• The launch of infrastructure for autonomous AI agents and a dedicated blockchain testnet could drive long-term adoption and validate the ASI Alliance's foundational thesis. CoinMarketCap
• The global blockchain workforce will expand by 25% by Q1 2026 as institutional adoption accelerates. Axiom Recruit
• By blockchain type, the private blockchain segment is expected to witness the fastest CAGR of 41.1% from 2026 to 2034. Precedence Research
• Justin Sun announced plans for a quantum resistant testnet launching in Q2 2026 followed by mainnet in Q3, positioning TRON as the first major blockchain to address quantum computing threats, as MetaMask confirmed. TechBullion
• McKinsey's latest research highlights that the emergence of stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and other forms of on-chain money could drive a multi-trillion-dollar transformation in financial infrastructure, signaling a new era for blockchain-enabled commerce. Antier
• The Toronto conference is not just a networking event; it is a convergence point for the people who are deciding how blockchain will fit into AI, finance, governance, and creator economies. News, Events, Advertising Options
• $4 trillion in real estate could be tokenized globally by 2035, and Dubai's pilot initiatives may inform how other cities assess the potential role of blockchain technology in property registration and tokenization programs. Amplify ETFs
• Dubai's stated $16 billion tokenization roadmap by 2033 is one of the most ambitious public-sector blockchain initiatives globally. Amplify ETFs
• Looking ahead from 2026 into the late 2020s and early 2030s, the convergence of AI and blockchain accelerates into something far more profound than today's integrations. SISGAIN
• A wealth-focused podcast host argues that SWIFT's blockchain-based cross-border payment rails could create a practical pathway for Ripple's XRP, shifting attention from short-term price moves to payment infrastructure. BingX News
• Lawmakers will see firsthand how blockchain technology can reduce administrative costs, eliminate duplicative processes, and bring real transparency to how government serves its constituents. The Digital Chamber

Last updated: 12 July 2026