2026-01-08 11:25:36

2026 is about to begin, and the cryptocurrency market will迎来a series of重大 events. From policy regulation推进, to技术 upgrades in blockchain, and产业生态融资节点, the schedule for this year is gradually becoming clear.

Regarding key政策 and监管 trends, the Federal Reserve's FOMC会议 will be held in January, March, June, September, and December, with the appointment of the new chair also expected to be finalized within the year. The US CLARITY Act is expected to undergo a关键 vote in Q1, which will have a profound impact on the compliance framework of the crypto industry. The EU's MiCA regulatory system will be fully enforced starting July 1, setting a new global标准 for crypto交易. Additionally, the US mid-term elections will take place on November 3, potentially influencing subsequent政策 directions.

On the技术 upgrade front, the Bitcoin mainnet will迎来 its 17th anniversary on January 3. Ethereum will undergo two hard forks, Glamsterdam and Hegota, further optimizing network performance. The issuance of stablecoin licenses in Hong Kong will also commence in Q1, marking increased institutional认可 of crypto assets in more jurisdictions.

In terms of产业生态, Token2049 and Hong Kong Carnival will be held in April and October respectively, serving as important industry融资 and交流 platforms. Moreover, the World Cup opening on June 11 may also generate opportunities for sports-related derivatives and NFTs.

Getting ahead of this 2026 crypto market calendar will help you seize every关键时间节点, from policy changes and技术 upgrades to project融资, ensuring you don't miss out.

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RamenStacker

· 01-08 11:54

Hmm... Another article full of timelines. Are there really that many major events? CLARITY Act in Q1? It might get delayed again. No one can predict regulation stuff. Wait, maybe there's real potential with the Hong Kong stablecoin license. East Asian markets are the future. Does anyone really care about the BTC anniversary... I'm more interested in when it will break new highs. I want to go to Token2049, but I'm worried it's just another crypto hype forum. This calendar looks good, but reality is often more chaotic than expectations. Anyway, I'll keep an eye on it and trade accordingly. If MiCA is fully implemented by July, there might still be some gray areas in the first half of the year. With tighter regulation, can the EU become a benchmark? It'll only get more complicated then. NFT opportunities... Will people still buy them during the World Cup? Haha. HODLing coins quietly is the real way to go, regardless of what upgrade policies there are. The Federal Reserve meeting five times a year—are there really that many dramas?

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AirdropHuntress

· 01-08 11:35

After research and analysis, this calendar indeed contains a lot of information, but the key still depends on how the FOMC and CLARITY Act are finally implemented. The enforcement of MiCA in July is worth paying attention to. When the EU takes action, the US will definitely follow, and there will be a wave of compliance projects emerging. However, we also need to be cautious of capital opportunistically speculating. Bitcoin anniversary, Ethereum hard forks—these technical events are essentially about expectation management. They can boost popularity, but may not bring substantial improvements on the data level. Token2049 is a must-attend event, but in recent years, the fundraising window has become increasingly complex, and more projects with questionable backgrounds are emerging. Stay vigilant. The long-term logic truly lies in stablecoin licensing. If Hong Kong secures it, there will be a ripple effect. Don’t be greedy chasing highs; wait until policies settle before taking action.

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SurvivorshipBias

· 01-08 11:30

Damn, do we have to look at the FED's face again? Forget it, I'll just focus on Hong Kong's stablecoin license. The EU MiCA is coming in July. Will it be an opportunity or a trap? Hard to say. BTC's 17th anniversary? Bitcoin's birthday is coming, haha. This thing is just repeatedly timing the hype; the real profit opportunities are never on the calendar. Token2049 is back to harvest the leeks, same old story every time. Honestly, policy is the most critical; everything else is just虚的. Funding window? I think it's a funding trap. Election day needs to be watched carefully; the market will explode then. I'm more concerned about whether Ethereum's two upgrades can push prices up. The stablecoin license is coming; is Hong Kong taking off? Not necessarily. This calendar is just a reference; don't get yourself trapped in it.

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RealYieldWizard

· 01-08 11:27

Wait, is the EU's full implementation of MiCA in July? How will those small exchanges survive? With policies and funding both, we need to keep a close eye until 2026. Is there any significance to Bitcoin's 17th anniversary, or is it just hype? Token2049 and the Hong Kong Carnival—tickets for these conferences need to be booked in advance. After MiCA arrives, the stablecoin landscape will change dramatically; it depends on whether Hong Kong can seize the opportunity to leapfrog. But the real key is the change of Federal Reserve chair; policy softness or firmness is more important than any technological upgrade. With so many hard fork upgrades, Ethereum is about to get busy again. Suddenly remembered, the fact that this calendar doesn't mention new coin launches is the real regret. As for sports NFTs, how long the World Cup hype can last depends on the operations. Funding windows are good, but be cautious of projects that only make empty promises.

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LiquidityOracle

· 01-08 11:26

Wait, 2026 hasn't even started yet. Is it too early to talk about these now... Is regulation really going to be implemented so quickly? I feel like these timetables are postponed every year. Token2049 is going to cut the leeks again haha. Bitcoin has been around for 17 years and is still so resistant to manipulation. If MiCA is really enforced by the EU this time, our trading gains will start to run. It still feels like we’re just waiting on the FOMC’s decision; everything else is just a backdrop. They’re doing NFT for the World Cup... that’s a really funny idea. Hong Kong stablecoin license, finally some movement. Instead of looking at the calendar, it’s better to watch the Federal Reserve’s finger movements... This year has been quite busy, but we’ll have to wait and see when it will really come to fruition.

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