5 Crypto Events That Could Make or Break 2026 (Before Q2 Ends)

The next few months could define crypto’s future. Here’s what matters:
1️⃣ CLARITY Act (April 3)
If signed by Donald Trump, it would finally split oversight between the SEC and CFTC — reducing legal uncertainty and unlocking U.S. institutional capital.
2️⃣ SEC ETF Decisions (March 27)
Rulings on 90+ crypto ETF applications could expand institutional access beyond BTC & ETH into assets like Solana and XRP. Major inflows possible.
3️⃣ UK Crypto ETNs (April 6)
The Government of the United Kingdom allows crypto ETNs in tax-advantaged accounts — opening long-term pension capital.
4️⃣ Fed Chair Transition (May 15)
Jerome Powell’s term ends. A more dovish successor = more liquidity = bullish for risk assets.
5️⃣ MiCA Deadline (July 1)
The EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation goes fully live, forcing compliance but boosting credibility.
📌 Bottom line: Regulation + liquidity = 2026’s defining drivers.