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The fusion of blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies is poised to redefine global industries.
This was according to a newly released report by leading crypto exchange OKX and research firm Blockworks, which projects that the integration of these technologies will fundamentally transform global industries over the next two decades.
Is AI and Crypto Convergence the Future?
The report examined the emerging fusion of crypto infrastructure and AI technologies, highlighting how this convergence is giving rise to intelligent, decentralized ecosystems with the potential to transform sectors such as finance, technology, commerce, and entertainment.
Technically, it envisioned a future in which AI agents operate and participate on blockchain networks, conducting transactions, executing smart contracts, and fueling economic activity.
Among the key findings is the increasing role of crypto in building the next generation of AI infrastructure. Developers are already using blockchain to decentralize the compute power needed to train and run AI models, with networks like Render providing token-incentivized GPU marketplaces.
The report further noted that this decentralized approach not only lowers barriers to entry for AI development but also enhances transparency and privacy.
In addition, blockchain’s inherent characteristics, immutability, auditability, and token-based incentives, are seen as critical tools in addressing challenges around data provenance and model accountability, according to the report.
Thus, it is expected that AI is transforming blockchain itself. From automating code generation to enabling natural language interfaces for smart contract deployment, AI is making blockchain development faster, more accessible, and more scalable, as the report speculated.
AI models can also assist in indexing on-chain data and identifying bugs, making decentralized applications more reliable and user-friendly.
“Blockchain is a pressure chamber of innovation…[In 20 years we see a] world where digital intelligence can seamlessly transact in digital forms, enhancing everyday tasks and interactions without the need for traditional devices. This reflects a broader ambition to integrate AI with blockchain for more efficient commerce and agreement codification.”
Rich Widmann, Head of Web3 Strategy, Google Cloud
The Future of Blockchain Applications: Reshaping Global Industries
Titled “The Future of Blockchain Applications: Reshaping Global Industries,” the report explored how blockchain technology is set to transform major global sectors, including finance, technology, consumer goods, and entertainment, over the next 25 years.
The report forecasted major growth in blockchain-based innovations, including tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), decentralized applications, and digital payments
It also predicted that RWAs under management could reach $600 billion by 2030, and 10% of global GDP may be tokenized by 2027.
Insights were drawn from interviews with experts at major firms such as Visa, Google, Standard Chartered, Polygon, and Manchester City FC.
Key Findings:
- Finance: Tokenization is gaining traction among institutional players. Stablecoins are disrupting cross-border payments, while crypto exchanges are redefining trading infrastructure.
- Technology: Blockchain is reshaping software and network design. Developers are merging blockchain, cloud, and AI into what could be a multi-trillion-dollar ecosystem.
- Consumer Goods: Companies like Walmart and LVMH are adopting blockchain for supply chain transparency, digital product passports, and NFT integrations to boost brand loyalty.
- Sports and Entertainment: Teams and creators are using blockchain for fan tokens, digital collectibles, and revenue-sharing models. Play-to-earn gaming and blockchain-enabled sports betting are also on the rise.
AI and Crypto Adoption in the Philippines
Recently, Filipino web3 leaders urged the Philippines to adopt artificial intelligence or risk falling behind. Sovrun CEO Renz Chong emphasized the need for nationwide AI and blockchain education, while SparkPoint CEO Ismael Jerusalem, after attending SuperAI Singapore 2025, noted that serious AI builders are entering the space with strong capital backing.
In addition, in June 2025, the Caraga Region launched its first blockchain certification program through the SPARK initiative, combining in-person and online training to boost digital inclusion and web3 literacy in remote areas like Dinagat Islands. The program provided hands-on learning in blockchain infrastructure, cryptocurrency, and decentralized tools, equipping participants for remote work and digital entrepreneurship.
Also last month, Filipino web3 entrepreneur Emmanuel Lorenzo Bonuan developed an AI-powered custom ChatGPT tool called “Legal Counsel for Web3 in the Philippines” to help local crypto users understand the SEC’s final rules for crypto-asset service providers. Trained on the 2025 SEC memos and local web3 content, the AI simplifies complex legal language into plain, localized guidance, offering quick answers about registration, compliance, and potential penalties.
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