Bitmine Immersion Technologies Chairman Tom Lee stated that an intergenerational wealth transfer expected between 2026 and 2028 could significantly boost cryptocurrency market demand. Citing IRS and Fundstrat research, Lee projected that approximately $1.5 trillion to $2 trillion will change hands during this period, with younger inheritors likely favoring higher-risk assets such as crypto and equities due to their elevated risk tolerance. Lee identified additional growth catalysts for the sector, including Wall Street's accelerating adoption of blockchain technology for asset tokenization, advancements in AI applications, and treasury companies maintaining long-term cryptocurrency holdings. These converging factors are positioned to drive sustained market expansion alongside the demographic shift in wealth ownership.