The world of web3 is changing

Web3 is no longer just about “crypto prices and NFTs.” It’s increasingly seen as core digital infrastructure — like how the internet became essential in the 2000s. Smart contracts, decentralized identity, and tokenized value are now being built into real systems instead of just speculative projects.

Key shifts:
Ownership over access — users truly own assets, identity, and data instead of renting them from big tech.

Money becomes programmable — payments now carry logic like subscriptions, automated splits, and on-chain agreements.
Real-World Assets and Enterprise Adoption Are Growing
Instead of focusing only on tokens, 2026 is seeing real-world asset (RWA) tokenization — like real estate, supply chains, and finance — being built on Web3 platforms. That’s because companies and regulators want practical value, not just speculation.
What that means:
Companies, banks, and institutions are experimenting with on-chain settlement and cross-border Web3 finance.

Web3 tools are being used for real workflows, not just gambling on prices.