WEF 2026 in Davos – Crypto, Stablecoins & Tokenization

🧠 Stablecoins – a key topic

“The IMF said stablecoin growth could pressure monetary systems, especially in weaker economies, encouraging them to modernize.”

🪙 Tokenization takes center stage

Brad Garlinghouse ($XRP ) stated that stablecoins are “the first example of large-scale tokenization” and that tokenization is moving from pilot projects into core financial infrastructure.

He emphasized that tokenization is no longer a “scientific experiment” and must deliver measurable benefits such as efficiency and transparency.

🌍 Changpeng “CZ” Zhao ($BNB ) – tokenization and the future

CZ said he is currently in talks with more than ten governments about tokenizing national assets, calling it “the next big step” after exchanges and stablecoins.

He pointed out three main areas for industry growth: tokenization, payments, and AI-driven transactions.

He also noted that tokenization can improve liquidity for government bonds, real estate, and other assets.

🔄 Crypto as a mainstream financial topic

Davos 2026 marked a turning point where blockchain, AI, and digital money stopped being viewed as niche tech topics and started being treated as core elements of the global financial discussion.

🟡 Crypto leaders and debates

Brian Armstrong (Coinbase) took part in debates around stablecoins and their role in financial systems, explaining why they matter for value preservation and liquidity.

More broadly, banking and financial leaders discussed crypto alongside regulation and the future of the global financial ecosystem.

📌 In short - what was directly said about crypto:

✔️ Stablecoins are now a major topic in global financial discussions.
✔️ Tokenization of national assets is seen as the next big step.
✔️ Crypto is moving from pilot projects to real-world implementation in payments, finance, PS.
✔️ Industry leaders (Ripple, Binance, Coinbase) are actively engaging with governments and regulators.