Centralised exchange listing trends in the first half of 2026 shifted quickly away from memecoin-led speculative themes toward tokens tied to real-world use, an analysis showed. Reviewing more than 10,000 listings across 10 major exchanges, the report found the focus moved to blockchain infrastructure, decentralised finance and tokenised assets. Tokenised assets rose to nearly 1 in 5 listed tokens. Memecoin listings fell for six straight quarters, while GameFi additions also dropped sharply.

SK Hynix’s planned Nasdaq listing of American depositary receipts is drawing attention to the possibility of tokenisation, as overseas markets see growing trading of blockchain-based tokens backed by listed shares and ETFs. SK Hynix ADRs are expected to begin trading on July 10, with issuance size set through bookbuilding. Analysts say overseas platforms could tokenise the ADRs, though rights may differ from share ownership. Regulatory approaches in the United States and South Korea remain a key variable.