5 Under-The-Radar Crypto Projects That Could 10x in 2026

While everyone's focused on Bitcoin hitting new highs and Ethereum's next upgrade, the real alpha is hiding in projects that haven't hit mainstream CT yet. Here are 5 projects flying under the radar that deserve your attention.

1. Sentient (SENT) — AI Agents Meet Blockchain

Up +43% this week while most alts bled. Sentient is building infrastructure for autonomous AI agents that can own assets and execute transactions independently.

2. Zama — Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE)

Not trading yet, but generating massive interest. Enables computation on encrypted data — the missing privacy piece for blockchain adoption.

3. Acurast (ACU) — Decentralized Compute Network

Turns unused mobile devices into a decentralized compute network. Currently at $43M MC with working product.

4. Hyperliquid (HYPE) — The DEX Eating CEX Volume

Up +30% this week at $7.2B valuation. A perps DEX that rivals centralized exchanges.

5. Monad (MON) — The EVM Speed Demon

10,000 TPS with full EVM compatibility. Currently in testnet with massive dev interest.

Honorable Mentions

0G Labs (AI infrastructure), Berachain (Proof of Liquidity), ETHGAS (+89% this week).

DYOR. Not financial advice.