Pantera Capital predicts significant changes in the cryptocurrency landscape in 2025, driven by several key trends.
Real-world Assets Surge On-Chain
Real-world assets like private credit and treasury bills are increasingly moving on-chain. In 2024, their volume grew by 60%, reaching $13.7 billion. By 2025, real-world assets are expected to comprise 30% of the total value locked on blockchain. Companies specializing in wallet management and token issuance may soon introduce more complex financial products on blockchain.
The Rise of Bitcoin-Native Finance
Bitcoin has always been a core network among cryptocurrencies, and the development of Bitcoin-Fi may change things in 2025. Protocols like Babylon are expected to pull 1% of all BTC into Bitcoin-Fi. This segment will boost Bitcoin assets by providing high returns and increasing their attractiveness.
Gateways: New Entrances for Users
Apps like PayPal, Venmo, WhatsApp, and TON are becoming crucial entry points for cryptocurrency users. They simplify user access to cryptocurrencies without locking them into specific protocols. Fintech could quickly become a worthy competitor to smaller crypto exchanges.
Pantera Capital believes that 2025 will be significant for the crypto industry. Innovations and changes in the political environment could accelerate the integration of cryptocurrencies into the mainstream.
