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Analysis: Crypto-Native Neobanks Could Emerge as the Key Driver of Ethereum's Growth and Adoption in 2026

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January 5 As Ethereum enters a critical phase of institutional adoption via the Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) in 2025, the market’s focus is shifting to a new 2026 adoption driver: a crypto-native neobank. Ether.fi CEO Mike Silagadze noted that Ethereum’s next expansion phase will be fueled by usable financial products—not speculative trading cycles. Analysis suggests these neobanks will combine self-custody, high-yield stablecoin products, and a traditional mobile banking experience to serve users wary of DeFi’s complexity but seeking higher returns than traditional savings. By abstracting gas fees, private keys, and cross-L2 operational details, neobanks are emerging as a key bridge to Ethereum’s mainstream adoption. Meanwhile, institutional staking and liquidity mining form the underlying backbone. The 2025 DAT launch lets enterprises earn staking rewards while holding Ethereum, acting as a more flexible allocation tool than spot ETFs. Market expectations call for institutional treasuries and retail-focused neobanks to synergize in Q1 2026, offering users 4–5% on-chain returns—pushing Ethereum from a “speculative asset” to everyday financial infrastructure.
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