It’s a time of reflection and anticipation at The Fintech Times throughout December, as we look back at key developments over the past 12 months and explore what lies ahead for 2025.
The blockchain and crypto landscape is preparing for significant shifts in 2025. As Bitcoin’s influence grows globally and decentralised finance (DeFi) matures, experts offer insights into the emerging trends, challenges, and innovations that will drive the next wave of digital assets and blockchain technology in 2025.
Bitcoin’s increasing institutional influence
In 2025, the US government’s growing role in Bitcoin’s future could significantly alter the digital asset landscape, says Kadan Stadelmann, CTO and project lead of Komodo Platform, known for its blockchain interoperability tools.
He predicts that Bitcoin will be recognised as a strategic reserve asset by the US government.
“In 2025, the US government will begin purchasing Bitcoin as part of its strategic reserve under the new Trump administration,” he predicts. This will be a major recognition of Bitcoin as a “hedge against inflation, geopolitical risk, and currency devaluation”.
