UNI could burn 16% of trading fees, boosting value and pushing it into the top 10 by market cap.
ETH’s Fusaka upgrade may increase blockchain revenue 5-10X with Layer 2 fee mechanisms.
XRP and other tokens may gain more economic value due to new regulatory changes and staking options.
Crypto markets face turbulence, yet some tokens are quietly increasing their value capture. According to Matt Hougan, investors can find opportunities hidden in the chaos. Hougan explained, “One source of alpha is recognizing big news that gets lost in the shuffle.”
He highlighted UNI, ETH, and XRP as prime examples. UNI, historically a governance token with limited direct benefits, now considers flipping the “fee switch.” If approved, around 16% of trading fees will burn UNI tokens. Consequently, this could push UNI into the top 10 by market cap over time.
ETH also takes a strategic leap. The upcoming Fusaka upgrade, expected in December, introduces significant value-capturing mechanisms. Hougan noted, “Among other things, Fusaka introduces a minimum fee for recording data from Layer 2s.” Analysts predict this could increase blockchain revenue by 5-10X. Hence, ETH might lead a broader crypto rebound as markets begin focusing on these underappreciated catalysts.
XRP and Regulatory Shifts
XRP is following a similar trend. Communities are discussing staking mechanisms that could improve economic benefits for token holders. Hougan emphasized, “The level of value capture in digital assets is up only from here.” Most tokens emerged in a regulatory era where value capture carried high risk.
Consequently, they relied on vague governance designs. However, the new regulatory environment allows adjustments that could reshape token economics, with visible effects expected in 2026.
Algorand Strengthens Institutional Payments
Additionally, Algorand partnered with Noah HQ to bring regulated, institutional-grade payments on-chain. This collaboration enables developers to integrate Noah’s regulated payment infrastructure. Organizations can open virtual bank accounts in USD and EUR, accept traditional payments, and settle funds on-chain.
Additionally, it makes it easier for banks and blockchain apps to communicate. Fintech, DeFi, real-world payments, and humanitarian initiatives like HesabPay and the Aid Trust Portal will all be supported by the first implementations, which are scheduled for 2026.
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