PakLaunch hosted an engaging webinar titled “What’s Next for Crypto in 2026?” featuring Abdul Rafay Gadit, Co-Founder of ZIGChain, on 21st December 2025. The session, moderated by Ahmed A Shafi, Chief Strategy Officer at ZIGChain, brought together crypto enthusiasts, investors, and startup founders to discuss emerging trends, investment opportunities, and the future trajectory of blockchain technology in Pakistan and globally. ZIGChain, known for building the infrastructure to commercialize blockchain at scale, is leveraging a $100 million ecosystem fund to accelerate the adoption of real-world assets, decentralized finance applications, and next-generation wealth creation protocols through grants, incentives, and revenue-sharing models.
During the webinar, Gadit elaborated on how ZIGChain aims to enable widespread blockchain adoption by creating a robust ecosystem that supports both startups and established enterprises. The platform focuses on real-world asset tokenization, decentralized finance, and innovative protocols that empower users to create and manage wealth efficiently. By backing projects with a dedicated fund and offering structured incentives, ZIGChain is positioning itself as a central player in the rapidly evolving crypto landscape, fostering an environment where innovation and practical implementation go hand in hand.
Abdul Rafay Gadit also shared insights from his experience leading investments at Disrupt.com, an $850 million venture builder with multiple global exits and a dedicated $100 million AI fund. Gadit highlighted how strategic investment decisions, ecosystem building, and targeted support for emerging technologies can accelerate adoption and create meaningful value for stakeholders. His perspective emphasized the importance of combining technological innovation with scalable business models, ensuring that blockchain and DeFi solutions are both impactful and commercially viable in diverse markets.
The discussion further explored potential challenges and opportunities for crypto in 2026, including regulatory developments, investor sentiment, and the expansion of blockchain infrastructure in emerging economies. Participants learned how ZIGChain plans to address key market gaps by fostering partnerships, enabling access to funding, and supporting talent development in the blockchain and decentralized finance sectors. Gadit stressed that the next phase of crypto adoption will rely not only on technology but also on strategic collaboration, clear governance frameworks, and investor confidence, underscoring the role of informed leadership in shaping the industry’s future.
Through this session, PakLaunch provided an important platform for dialogue on the future of crypto and blockchain in Pakistan, connecting industry leaders, innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs. With ZIGChain’s initiatives and Gadit’s strategic insights, the discussion offered actionable perspectives on scaling blockchain projects, leveraging decentralized finance, and navigating the evolving global crypto ecosystem. The webinar reaffirmed Pakistan’s growing engagement with emerging technologies and highlighted the role of local startups in contributing to global blockchain innovation.
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