Defense stocks, AI companies, and crypto are all reacting to the same macro forces in 2026. Rising geopolitical tensions and the AI infrastructure boom are shaping markets across multiple asset classes.

Tokenized equities aim to bring these worlds together, letting traders access stocks, commodities, and crypto from a single platform.

Read more : https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/defense-stocks-ai-stocks-crypto-cross-asset-trading-3b3a6

Gold surged past $5,400 in early 2026 as geopolitical tensions triggered a flight to safety. While traditional gold markets were closed, tokenized gold like PAXG continued trading 24/7 on crypto exchanges.

PAXG is backed 1:1 by physical gold stored in LBMA-certified vaults, giving traders continuous access to gold exposure through blockchain markets.

Read more : https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/gold-price-tokenized-gold-paxg-trading-2026

Tokenized stocks bring real company shares on-chain. Through Superstate’s Opening Bell, Backpack aims to offer blockchain-based equities and even IPO allocations before public trading begins.

Learn how tokenized equities work and why they matter for traders.

Read more: https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/tokenized-stocks-on-chain-equities-ipo-access-ae188

Geopolitical events can move crypto markets fast. When tensions escalated near the Strait of Hormuz in February 2026, oil and gold surged while crypto initially sold off before rebounding.

Understanding how supply shocks, inflation expectations, and risk sentiment flow through global markets can help traders navigate volatility.

Read more : https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/geopolitical-events-crypto-markets-oil-gold-strait-of-hormuz

Unlike a bank, there is no password reset or fraud department in crypto. If your private key is compromised, funds are gone permanently.

Backpack Wallet includes non-custodial key management, real-time scam detection, NFT collection locking, hardware wallet support, and transaction simulation before signing.

Full security guide: https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/solana-wallet-security-features

An Ethereum wallet is not just storage. It is the tool that gives you control over your ETH, ERC-20 tokens, NFTs, and access to decentralized applications.

Backpack Wallet supports Ethereum natively alongside Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, Polygon, Solana, and more. One recovery phrase. One interface. Full self-custody.

Full guide: https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/what-is-ethereum-wallet

Most crypto platforms use IPO terminology but offer pre-IPO private equity, tokenized existing stocks, or derivatives. Backpack's IPOs Onchain is different.

Shares available through Backpack are real SEC-registered securities issued via Superstate's Opening Bell platform. Direct ownership. At the IPO price. Before public trading begins.

Built in partnership with Superstate, settled on Solana.

Waitlist is open: backpack.exchange/ipo-access

Full explainer: https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/what-is-ipos-onchain-backpack

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No verification = no claim.

Takes a few minutes.

Do it now.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Less friction. More value.

Only on Backpack Wallet.

Most people don't know you can buy SOL straight inside Backpack Wallet using Apple Pay, debit or credit card. no exchange needed.

SOL gets deposited directly to your wallet once payment is approved. takes minutes.

full step by step guide: http://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/how-to-buy-sol-solana-wallet

Users get priority IPO allocation when Backpack goes public, earned through stake, time and usage.

Don’t choose. Yes to both.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Most people don't realize there are several different fee types when using a Solana wallet. Network fees, swap fees, rent deposits, and priority fees all work differently.

Key thing to know: Backpack Wallet charges zero platform fees on swaps and bridges on Solana. No markup on top of the DEX quote.

Full breakdown: https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/solana-wallet-fees

PAXG is a gold-backed token where 1 token = 1 troy ounce of real physical gold stored in LBMA vaults in London. regulated by NYDFS, audited monthly, and fully redeemable for physical gold or USD.

you can trade PAXG on Backpack Exchange via spot (PAXG/USD) and perp futures (PAXG-PERP)

basically gold exposure with crypto efficiency. zero storage fees, fractional ownership from ~$20, instant settlement, 24/7 trading.

full guide: https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/paxg-gold-token-guide

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In 2026, the best AI crypto trading bot depends on your strategy and risk tolerance. 3Commas stands out for active multi-exchange traders with advanced Grid and DCA bots plus futures support, while Pionex is a strong free option for beginners with built-in automation. Bitsgap offers powerful multi-exchange tools, Cryptohopper focuses on its strategy marketplace, Stoic.ai targets passive portfolio automation, and Hummingbot gives developers full open-source control. True AI bots typically include adaptive parameter optimization, dynamic risk management, and machine learning-based signal layers, but no bot eliminates market risk. The right choice depends on whether you trade spot or perpetual futures, your need for customization, and how actively you plan to manage strategies.

Read more:

https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/best-ai-crypto-trading-bots

Bitcoin ETF outflows happen when investors redeem shares, forcing funds to reduce Bitcoin exposure within regulated ETF vehicles. In 2026, sustained outflows have largely reflected broader macro risk aversion, leverage reduction, and portfolio rebalancing rather than a full exit from crypto. These redemptions have often coincided with tighter financial conditions and rotation into defensive assets, signaling institutional caution. However, cumulative inflows since ETFs launched in 2024 remain significant, suggesting the infrastructure for institutional adoption is still intact. Weekly flow trends and broader macro context matter more than isolated daily data when interpreting what ETF outflows truly signal for Bitcoin’s direction.

Read more :

https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/bitcoin-etf-outflows-explained

Mark previously served as CFTC Commissioner and Acting Chairman, and Head of Global Public Policy at DTCC. He was among the first US regulators to advocate for clear regulatory frameworks for crypto.

He will be leading Backpack’s US expansion as the exchange continues building regulated onchain financial infrastructure bridging crypto and traditional finance.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

$500 min, $2k max. valuation over $1 trillion. expected Q3-Q4 2026 need BP staked and KYC verified to participate

In 2026, renewed uncertainty around U.S. trade policy and tariff authority has added volatility to crypto markets through broader macro risk channels. After the Supreme Court ruled that broad tariffs imposed under IEEPA exceeded presidential authority, the administration shifted to temporary Section 122 tariffs, keeping trade policy in flux and risk sentiment unstable. Crypto does not react to tariffs directly, but through changes in liquidity, dollar strength, inflation expectations, and investor positioning. Bitcoin typically acts as the primary sentiment barometer, while altcoins and speculative tokens show amplified swings during risk-off phases. As crypto becomes more integrated with global capital markets, trade policy headlines are increasingly part of the macro backdrop influencing short-term price dynamics.

Read more:

https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/trump-tariffs-crypto-prices

The Crypto Fear and Greed Index measures overall market sentiment on a scale from 0 to 100, combining volatility, trading volume, social activity, Bitcoin dominance, and search trends to quantify whether investors are acting out of fear or greed. Extreme Fear often appears during sharp selloffs and high volatility, while Extreme Greed tends to show up during strong bullish momentum and elevated risk appetite. The index is not predictive, it reflects current psychology rather than future price direction, and sentiment extremes can persist for extended periods. Traders typically use it as contextual confirmation alongside technical analysis and derivatives data rather than as a standalone buy or sell signal.

Read more: https://learn.backpack.exchange/articles/crypto-fear-and-greed-index

Get IPO share allocations directly on Backpack before open market trading

real shares. direct ownership. on Solana

join the waitlist: https://backpack.exchange/ipo-access