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82 Crypto Protocols Shut Down in 2026, Researcher Reports
Crypto researcher Stacy Muur reported that 82 crypto protocols and projects have shut down in 2026. The list includes DeFi, infrastructure, gaming and wallet services such as Blur, Blast, Loopring, Polygon zkEVM, Swell, Radiant Capital, Angle Protocol, Magic Eden Wallet and Step Finance. CryptoJobsList data shows at least 60 crypto, Web3 and blockchain companies announced layoffs in 2026, surpassing the 38 recorded in 2023. Layoff notices cited market conditions in 27 cases, restructuring in 22 and AI in nine, showing multiple pressures. The article notes that while the shutdowns raise concerns, they do not necessarily indicate a sector‑wide decline.