CoinEx's 2026 outlook forecasts Bitcoin reaching $180,000, driven by a structural market shift. The report highlights that institutional investment is altering the traditional Bitcoin halving cycle dynamics. Additionally, the outlook notes a decline in altseason activity, with liquidity increasingly directed towards projects demonstrating tangible adoption. The report advises retail investors to diversify their focus across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and compliant yield products, while also exploring niche on-chain opportunities. It also points to growing interest in DeFi profit models, artificial intelligence, and the tokenization of real-world assets as emerging trends in the crypto space.