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As the cryptocurrency sector approaches 2026, it is preparing to further strengthen its integration with traditional finance. With six major crypto companies expected to go public in the new year, this development is attracting strong interest from both institutional and retail investors. Experts believe that 2026 could be a pivotal year for crypto-related initial public offerings.
The wave that began with Coinbase’s IPO during the 2021 bull market slowed amid the prolonged bear market. However, the trend regained momentum in 2025 with public listings from companies such as Circle and Bullish. The financial world now expects more crypto firms to enter public markets in 2026, potentially reaching millions of investors.
Kraken Stands Out With Its IPO Plans
One of the most widely discussed companies in terms of a potential IPO is the Kraken exchange. Recently making headlines with its tokenized equity products, Kraken is expected to go public at an estimated valuation of around $20 billion. This move could further strengthen the position of crypto exchanges within traditional financial markets.
Market experts note:
“Crypto company IPOs are seen as one of the most important steps in boosting the sector’s institutional adoption.”
and BitGo May Open to Investors
ConsenSys, the company behind the MetaMask wallet, is another major firm expected to go public in 2026. Working with major banks such as JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs, the company is targeting an estimated valuation of around $7 billion. Meanwhile, crypto custody provider BitGo is also expected to pursue an IPO in the first quarter of 2026 with an estimated valuation of $1.75 billion. BitGo holds a strong position in the sector thanks to its services tailored for institutional investors.
Animoca Brands and Ledger Also on the List
Animoca Brands, the company behind the metaverse project The Sandbox, is also widely expected to go public in 2026. Its expansion of crypto investments beyond the metaverse is boosting investor interest, with an anticipated valuation of approximately $6 billion. Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger is another major player considering an IPO, although no clear timeline or valuation has yet been announced.
Bithumb, one of South Korea’s largest crypto exchanges, is planning to go public domestically. At the same time, the exchange’s ambition to list on Nasdaq in the United States has drawn attention. This move could represent a key milestone for Asia-based crypto companies seeking access to global financial markets. Overall, the crypto IPOs expected in 2026 could play a critical role in the sector’s maturation process, paving the way for stronger ties between the crypto ecosystem and traditional finance.
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