BlockBeats News, December 29, according to DL News, the cryptocurrency industry raised $3.4 billion through IPOs in 2025, and more high-profile listing plans are expected in 2026. The six notable IPOs to watch include:
Kraken – U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, valued at $200 billion, planning to go public in the first half of 2026.
Consensys – Developer of the MetaMask wallet, valued at $70 billion, collaborating with JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs for preparation.
BitGo IPO – First major crypto custodian to go public, focusing on compliance and security.
Animoca Brands – Web3 gaming giant, expected to go public through a reverse merger, with an estimated valuation of around $60 billion.
Ledger – Hardware wallet manufacturer, having sold over 6 million devices, positioning as the “Apple of the crypto security space.”
Bithumb – South Korean exchange, selecting Samsung Securities as the underwriter, planning a domestic listing in Korea.
Analysts believe that these IPOs reflect the maturing trend of the crypto industry, especially in the areas of compliance, infrastructure, and security.
