Galaxy Research has shared its year-ending big predictions for 2025, expecting Bitcoin to go over $150,000 and Ethereum to grow even stronger. The report also talks about big changes in DeFi, stablecoins, and how institutions might embrace crypto in the coming years.

Bitcoin and Ethereum to Go Higher
Bitcoin is expected to surpass $150,000 in the first half of the year, potentially hitting $185,000 by year-end, driven by institutional, corporate, and even nation-state adoption. Ethereum, too, is set to shine, with its price predicted to climb above $5,500, fueled by regulatory clarity and partnerships between decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional finance (TradFi).
US Spot Bitcoin ETP Growth
The total value of Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) in the U.S. will exceed $250 billion. This growth reflects increased institutional and retail interest in Bitcoin.
Bitcoin as a Top Asset
$BTC will outperform most other assets globally when considering risk and returns. Its resilience will make it a favorite for both retail and institutional investors.
Wealth Management Allocation
Leading financial platforms will recommend allocating at least 2% of portfolios to Bitcoin. This will encourage more investors to include Bitcoin in their long-term plans.
Corporate and National Adoption
Five major Nasdaq-listed companies and five countries will add Bitcoin to their reserves. This will solidify Bitcoin’s role as a global asset for both corporations and nations.
Bitcoin Protocol Upgrade
Developers will agree on a significant upgrade to Bitcoin’s technology. This could include new features to improve functionality and scalability.
Mining Partnerships with AI
Over half of the top Bitcoin mining companies will partner with AI or high-performance computing firms. These collaborations will enhance mining efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Bitcoin in DeFi
The amount of Bitcoin used in decentralized finance (DeFi) will nearly double. This shows Bitcoin’s growing utility beyond being just a store of value.
Ethereum Staking Boom
Over 50% of $ETH ’s supply will be staked, showing confidence in its long-term value. Staking will also strengthen the network’s security.
ETH/BTC Ratio Fluctuation
Ethereum’s value compared to Bitcoin will drop below $0.03 but recover to over $0.06 by year-end. This reflects shifting investor sentiment throughout the year.
Layer 2 Dominance
Layer 2 networks will generate more activity than alternative Layer 1 blockchains. They will offer faster and cheaper transactions, attracting more users.
DeFi Dividend Era
Decentralized applications will distribute at least $1 billion in rewards to users. This marks a shift toward sharing profits with participants.
On-Chain Governance Revival
DeFi projects will experiment with new governance models to involve users in decision-making. This will make the ecosystem more decentralized and innovative.
Custodian Banks Enter Crypto
The world’s four largest custodian banks will start offering crypto services. This will bridge the gap between traditional finance and digital assets.
New Stablecoins
At least ten new stablecoins will launch, backed by traditional finance partners. These stablecoins will bring more liquidity and trust to the market.
Stablecoin Supply Surge
The total supply of stablecoins will double to over $400 billion. This reflects the growing demand for stable, blockchain-based assets.
Tether’s Market Share Decline
Tether’s dominance will drop below 50%, facing competition from alternatives like $USDC and new offerings like BlackRock’s BUIDL.
Crypto Venture Capital Boom
Venture capital investment in crypto will exceed $150 billion, growing by over 50% year-over-year. This influx will fuel innovation across the industry.
Stablecoin Legislation
The U.S. Congress will pass laws regulating stablecoins, signed by President Trump in 2025. However, broader crypto market regulations will remain unresolved.
U.S. Bitcoin Reserves
The U.S. government won’t buy more Bitcoin but will use its existing holdings to build reserves. Agencies will explore policies for managing Bitcoin reserves.
SEC Investigates Prometheum
The SEC will investigate Prometheum, a special-purpose broker-dealer. This could set a precedent for how crypto platforms are regulated.
Dogecoin Hits $1
Dogecoin will finally reach $1, with its market cap soaring to $100 billion. This will make the memecoin a major player in the crypto world.
The year-ending predictions are setting a bullish tone for the year 2025, though the market is also cautious about a potential market crash after Trump officially takes charge till then it’s all speculative.
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In 2024, Kyrgyzstan experienced a sharp drop in tax revenue from cryptocurrency mining, despite the global rise in crypto valuations. The nation, known for its abundant hydroelectric resources, saw tax receipts from crypto mining fall by 50% compared to the previous year.
How Does Kyrgyzstan Tax Crypto Mining?
According to a report by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, Kyrgyzstan collected just 46.6 million Kyrgyzstani soms (around $535,000) in mining taxes this year, a significant decrease from the 93.7 million soms ($1.08 million) collected in 2023.
The decline was evident early on, with a 29.7% drop in revenue during the first seven months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
Kyrgyzstan imposes a 10% tax on the electricity used by crypto miners, which also includes value-added tax (VAT) and sales tax. This taxation model initially helped boost revenue, particularly during the early stages of 2023.
Back then, the country reported a dramatic increase in mining taxes, collecting 78.6 million soms ($883,000) in the first few months, far exceeding the 11.1 million soms ($133,200) collected during the same period in 2022.
What’s Behind the Decline?
The reasons for the sharp drop in mining tax revenue remain unclear. Some suggest that regulatory uncertainties or reduced mining activity may have contributed.
Additionally, Kyrgyzstan’s affordable hydroelectric power has made it an attractive place for crypto miners, but recent changes in energy policies or costs may have impacted the sector.
New Opportunities for Mining
Despite the fall in tax revenue, there are ideas worldwide to improve crypto mining. In Germany, for example, miners use extra renewable energy to power Bitcoin operations, which helps reduce energy waste and stabilize power grids.
Countries like Kyrgyzstan could explore similar solutions to boost the sector while supporting their economy.
This decline in tax revenue is a challenge for Kyrgyzstan, but it also opens doors to rethink strategies and create a more sustainable future for cryptocurrency mining.
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A South Korean court has sentenced a celebrity golfer and the former CEO of Bithumb, a major crypto exchange, to prison for their roles in a bribery and market manipulation scheme. Lee Sang-jun, the former CEO of Bithumb, was sentenced to two years in prison, while Ahn Sung-hyun, a well-known golfer married to actress Song Yu-ri, received a four-and-a-half-year sentence.
Altcoin Price Manipulation and Bribes
The trial, held on December 26, revealed surprising details about how these individuals attempted to rig the cryptocurrency market.
Prosecutors revealed that Lee, in exchange for large bribes, agreed to list a specific altcoin on Bithumb’s platform. In return, Lee received around 3 billion Korean won (roughly $2 million) in cash, along with luxury watches, high-end bags, and even exclusive restaurant memberships.
The bribes were given by Kang Jong-hyun, a reclusive businessman and close associate of both Lee and Ahn. His goal was to artificially boost the value of a low-cap altcoin by listing it on Bithumb, causing its price to rise quickly.
Golfer Ahn’s Role in the Scam
Ahn Sung-hyun played a key role in the plot as well. Businessman Kang provided Ahn with a large sum of money to bribe Lee into listing the altcoin. However, Ahn didn’t stop there. Prosecutors discovered that Ahn kept some of the money for himself and used it to buy stocks.
In total, Ahn pocketed 2 billion Korean won (about $1.5 million), which he spent to make personal investments.
The court was harsh on Ahn, describing them as “heinous” and accusing him of using stolen funds to further his financial interests. Ahn’s ties to both Lee and Kang played a central role in the crime, revealing a dangerous web of corruption.
Kang’s Secret Ownership of Bithumb
Kang, the businessman behind the bribes, was sentenced to one and a half years in prison. While his role in the scandal is clear, there is still ongoing investigation into his possible secret ownership of Bithumb. His efforts to manipulate altcoin prices on the exchange were key to this bribery scheme.
The case highlights the darker side of the crypto world, where unregulated markets can be easily manipulated for personal profit.
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