đ„ 10 Predictions from VanEck for 2025
âșCrypto market peaks: A mid-term peak is expected in Q1, with new all-time highs by year-end. Bitcoin could reach $180,000, and $ETH may exceed $6,000
BTC in the US strategic reserve: New crypto ETPs and regulatory changes are anticipated
âșAsset tokenization: The total value of tokenized securities will surpass $50 billion, driven by launches on open blockchains
âșStablecoin growth: Daily settlement volumes will increase to $300 billion
âșAI agents: Over 1 million digital assistants will manage assets and moderate online activities
âșBTC Layer-2: Locked funds will reach 100,000 $BTC , continuing a 600% growth from 2024
âșEthereum growth: Explosive Layer-2 development and new applications will generate up to $1 billion in Ethereum blob space fees
âșDeFi at its peak: DEX trading volumes could reach $4 trillion, with total value locked (TVL) hitting $200 billion
âșNFT revival: NFT trading volumes will climb to $30 billion, fueled by projects with strong communities like Pudgy Penguins and Miladys
âșdApps and innovation: Competition with Layer-1 solutions will intensify, alongside the adoption of AI and emerging technologies.