In 2024, cryptocurrency adoption soared globally, with Bitcoin hitting record prices and governments embracing crypto in financial systems. The U.S. is considering a strategic Bitcoin reserve under President-elect Donald Trump, with bipartisan support for the Bitcoin Act. Europe set a global standard with its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), enhancing market stability and consumer protection. In Latin America, El Salvador and Argentina signed a digital asset collaboration, boosting Bitcoin's legitimacy. Bhutan, Brazil, and U.S. ETFs also marked significant milestones in crypto adoption.