Increasing political support for cryptocurrencies and advancements within blockchains and artificial intelligence is bound to make 2025 a memorable year for the crypto industry.
2024 was the year crypto stopped being a niche corner of the financial world and became an influential force in the global tech and financial landscape. Unprecedented political support, the rise of AI, RWA, and intense blockchain competition defined the past year, setting the course for what most investors hope will be a bullish 2025.
In a world ravaged by inflation, Bitcoin price went on a tear following its halving in April 2024. Remarkably, this surge wasn’t fueled only by retail investors and Michael Saylor, but also by some of Wall Street’s biggest heavyweights who positioned through the spot Bitcoin ETFs. The momentum even reached Washington, D.C., where President-elect Donald Trump and numerous lawmakers publicly announced their pro-crypto stance.
Meanwhile, smart contract platforms battled for dominance, with Ethereum’s lackluster performance reflecting the rising competition from its rivals. In the Web3 space, new trends stole the spotlight, with tokens linked to AI and RWA becoming the year’s biggest winners.
