Hook: When one tap costs more than time
Users want fast.
Why this matters for exchanges, wallets and payment apps in 2026
The crypto ecosystem entered 2026 with three concurrent shifts that make UX vs privacy decisions critical:
- New vulnerabilities spotlighted: In January 2026 KU Leuven's WhisperPair disclosure and reporting from outlets such as The Verge showed a real-world example where a convenience-first protocol (Google Fast Pair) exposed users to eavesdropping and tracking.
- Proliferation of micro‑apps: Late 2024–2025 saw a rise in micro apps and
