Advisors Flock to Stablecoins, Tokenization as Crypto Adoption Expands

Financial advisors are increasingly focusing on stablecoins and tokenization as cryptocurrency adoption expands in 2026, according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. In a recent meeting with over 40 financial advisors, Hougan noted that conversations centered around blockchain-powered financial infrastructure, rather than just Bitcoin.

The trend is supported by data from blockchain analytics firm Artemis, which reported a record high of approximately 1,000 mentions of stablecoins in SEC filings and investor presentations during the first quarter of 2026. This highlights growing institutional interest in blockchain-based financial solutions and tokenized real-world assets.

Several factors are driving this shift, including the decline of the fiat-debasement narrative and increased public discussion of stablecoins by SEC Chair Paul Atkins and BlackRock CEO Larry Fink. As a result, advisors appear more interested in investment opportunities tied to blockchain infrastructure than direct Bitcoin exposure.