$11.2 billion flowed into regulated crypto companies, with payments and stablecoins receiving the most funding.

According to Odaily Planet Daily, crypto startups raised $11.2 billion in funding in the first half of 2026, with all disclosed funds flowing to regulated, licensed companies. Payments and stablecoins, prediction markets, exchanges, and trading platforms received the most funding. Major investors included Wall Street and large global financial institutions, focusing their investments on licensed and compliant companies. Investors and founders increasingly view regulatory licenses as scarce and defensive assets, while retail investors still primarily trade on unlicensed or alternative platforms. (CoinDesk)