Predictions are hard – especially those about the future.

Niels Bohr, the Nobel laureate in Physics, takes credit for those very wise words. He didn't even try to predict a rapidly developing industry which is based on equally rapidly developing technology.

And we haven't talked about AI yet.

So what are our predictions for the crypto industry in 2025? Here we go – but remember that it's complicated to predict the future.

1) Bitcoin’s value

Many analysts forecast that Bitcoin will experience further growth, with projections ranging from $150,000 to $225,000 by the end of 2025.

Whether the actual price predictions come true is a separate question. More important is continued adoption, and we believe that institutional adoption will continue this year. A more favourable regulatory environment under the incoming Trump administration in the US would certainly help.

2) Ethereum's expansion

Ethereum is the second-largest cryptocurrency and arguably the most important smart contract blockchain ecosystem. We believe that Ethereum (the blockchain) will be bolstered by advancements in its network and a proliferation of decentralized applications (dApps).

The rise of AI-driven applications and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) would also enhance the utility and – by extension – the value of Ethereum (the cryptocurrency).

3) Regulation and adoption

We've already mentioned him above. The election of President Donald Trump has ushered in a more crypto-friendly administration, with appointments of pro-crypto leaders to key positions.

We expect that this will reduce regulatory scrutiny and encourage institutional investment as well as a better climate for developers and founders (although the actual impacts of the latter part will probably be felt later than this year).

4) AI proliferation

Everybody seems to be saying this, so we can't really disagree. It's easy to see why this is such a popular prediction though. The integration of AI with blockchain tech has massive potential.

Specialized AI agents, designed to optimize outcomes such as maximizing returns or boosting engagement, could proliferate in 2025 after the first experiments have already been visible in 2024. While there will be a lot of noice, some of these agents could actually enhance the functionality and appeal of blockchains for users (both individuals and organisations).

5) Digital ID

Deepfakes and AI-generated content is already flooding the internet. In 2025, the need for digital identity solutions will become more and more apparent.

Blockchain tech is in a great position as it can provide secure, decentralized proof of personhood solutions to combat misinformation and fraud.

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