21Shares looks to 2025: Cryptocurrencies on the brink of a historic turning point
The new "State of Crypto Market Outlook 2025" from 21Shares shows an industry that is gaining momentum. With forecasts for Bitcoin, Ethereum and stablecoins, the report sheds light on how crypto assets could reach new dimensions in Switzerland and worldwide.
Bitcoin remains the driving force in the crypto industry. According to 21Shares, another nation state besides the USA could introduce Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset in 2025 - with Argentina in the spotlight. "The more governments adopt the Bitcoin standard, the more central Bitcoin becomes to global financial strategies," explains Adrian Fritz, Head of Research at 21Shares. With a projected total value of 10 trillion dollars, Bitcoin underlines its growing importance far beyond a store of value.
Ethereum and the Layer 2 revolution
Ethereum is also facing a turning point: layer 2 integrations could make the platform the foundation of the decentralized finance industry in 2025. The study forecasts revenue growth of over 100 percent, meaning that Ethereum will continue to drive innovation in the industry.
Institutions drive growth
The acceptance of Bitcoin ETPs is growing rapidly. By 2025, the volume of global crypto ETPs could reach 150 billion dollars, and at least one US Bitcoin ETF could make it into the top 25 largest ETFs in the world. This institutional focus is also reflected at 21Shares, which is experiencing strong growth with 10 billion dollars in assets under management and is creating new leadership positions.
Stablecoins: a bridge to the traditional economy
Stablecoins will be at the center of cross-sector financial integration in 2025. According to 21Shares, nation states, banks and companies are driving their development and making stablecoins the crucial interface between crypto and traditional financial systems.
A regulatory upswing
With an increasingly positive regulatory environment in the US and Europe, 2025 could bring even greater acceptance of cryptocurrencies. Adrian Fritz sees an industry on the move: "A more favorable regulatory environment will accelerate acceptance and create new growth dynamics."
About 21Shares
As part of 21.co, 21Shares provides access to a wide range of crypto ETPs. Based in Zurich, the company is at the forefront of crypto innovation, driving the adoption of digital assets globally.
You can find the State of Crypto Market Outlook 2025 here.
