Crypto Year in Review (2024) and Bold Predictions for 2025
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our TawkCrypto Community
As 2024 draws to a close, we want to take a moment to give a massive shoutout to you—our incredible TawkCrypto family. From our loyal readers who never miss a post, to the podcast listeners tuning in on their commutes, to the lively debates and comments that keep our social channels buzzing—you’ve all made this year unforgettable.
Your feedback, ideas, and sheer passion for the crypto world fuel everything we do. Whether we’re breaking down complex blockchain concepts, spotlighting the latest innovations, or hyping up new trends, it’s your curiosity and enthusiasm that keeps us inspired to do more.
2024 has been a whirlwind of growth, change, and some wild crypto drama (because what’s crypto without a bit of spice?). And through all the market ups and downs, your unwavering support has helped us build a thriving community that connects people, sparks conversations, and makes sense of this chaotic yet exciting space.
Here’s to another year of growth, innovation, and, of course, some sizzling crypto action as we step into 2025. Together, let’s keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in this incredible ecosystem. Cheers to you, TawkCrypto fam—you’re the real MVPs!
Buckle Up: 2024 in Review and What’s Next for Crypto
Whew, what a ride 2024 has been! This year has been nothing short of a wild rollercoaster for the crypto world—filled with breathtaking highs, gut-wrenching lows, and everything in between. From Bitcoin smashing past $100K (before a bit of a nosedive) to groundbreaking regulatory wins and a crypto-friendly U.S. president in the wings, this industry has kept us on our toes every single step of the way.
Whether you were a day trader glued to the charts or just cheering from the sidelines, 2024 brought major shifts that will shape crypto’s future. We’ve seen Wall Street finally cozy up to crypto with those long-awaited Bitcoin ETFs, watched the Bitcoin halving create waves, and witnessed justice catch up with a few infamous crypto villains. Oh, and let’s not forget the unexpected drama—because what’s crypto without a few curveballs?
In this edition of CryptoDecoded, we’re taking a deep dive into the year that was. We’ll look back at our 2023 predictions to see where we were spot-on and where we, well, completely missed the mark. Then, we’ll shift gears to lay out our bold predictions for 2025—spoiler alert: it involves nation-states adopting Bitcoin and AI agents taking over DeFi.
So grab a coffee, tea, or your favorite drink, and let’s unpack the madness of 2024 while gearing up for what promises to be an even wilder 2025!
Looking Back: 2023 Podcast Predictions—What We Got Right (and Wrong)
As 2023 came to a close, we put on our prediction hats in a podcast episode and laid out our expectations for 2024. Fast forward 12 months, and it’s time to face the music. Were we clairvoyants or just overly optimistic crypto nerds? Here’s the scorecard on how our bold calls played out:
🟢 FTX Repayment Timeline
We speculated that FTX creditors would see repayments start in two years, and boom—this one’s aging like fine wine. The repayment deadline has been officially set for March 2025, meaning our crystal ball was spot-on. Fingers crossed the timeline holds up!
🟢 Bitcoin ETFs Finally Launch
This one’s a slam dunk! We predicted that 2024 would be the year Bitcoin ETFs finally broke through regulatory hurdles, and Wall Street didn’t disappoint. A slew of Bitcoin ETFs hit the market, opening the floodgates for institutional money and giving crypto a stamp of legitimacy. If you’re still skeptical about “institutional adoption,” 2024 made it clear: the suits are here, and they’re not leaving.
🟢 Tether Drama
Call us fortune tellers or just well-informed cynics, but we saw this one coming. Another year, another round of Tether controversies. From regulatory scrutiny to calls for greater transparency, the stablecoin giant remained under the microscope. The drama? Unfolding as predicted.
🟢 Interest Rate Cuts
We nailed this too! Several interest rate cuts in 2024 brought some much-needed relief to global markets, making borrowing cheaper and propping up risk-on assets like crypto. Lower rates definitely helped fuel some of the bullish momentum we saw this year.
🔴 SocialFi Boom (Or Lack Thereof)
Okay, this one’s on us. We were hyped about SocialFi and predicted it would take the crypto world by storm in 2024. Platforms like Friend.tech did make waves early on but ultimately flamed out. It seems SocialFi isn’t quite ready for the limelight just yet. Lesson learned: not every shiny new trend has staying power.
Price Predictions—A Mixed Bag of Wins and Misses
- Bitcoin (BTC): Ding ding! We called BTC hitting $100K in 2024, and it did—a win in our books!
- Ethereum (ETH): Nailed it again. ETH climbed to the $4,000 mark, just as we expected.
- Solana (SOL): And… a miss. We were a bit too bullish here, predicting $400 for Solana, but it didn’t quite make the cut. Better luck next time!
The Takeaway
Looking back, 2024 proved to be a year where many of our predictions came true, with a few misses sprinkled in. From the ETF boom to Tether troubles, we captured some of the key storylines that defined the year. Now, the real question is: how will our 2025 predictions fare? Stick around, and let’s find out together!
2024 in Review: A Year That Shaped the Crypto Landscape
2024 has been nothing short of iconic for the crypto world, packed with milestones, drama, and a fair share of “did that just happen?” moments. Here’s a casual stroll through some of the year’s most defining highlights that got everyone talking:
A Crypto President in the White House
The United States took a sharp turn into uncharted waters as Donald Trump, the newly elected President, embraced Bitcoin like no other world leader before him. The former POTUS’s stance on crypto sparked fiery debates across the globe, from Capitol Hill to African tech hubs. His administration’s vocal support for Bitcoin’s role in modernizing the economy has made headlines worldwide, leaving everyone wondering: will the U.S. establish itself as a crypto nation-state in 2025?
Wall Street Jumps Headfirst into Crypto
2024 officially marked the year Wall Street threw on its crypto jersey and joined the game. With Bitcoin ETFs hitting the market in full swing, traditional investors finally got a slice of Bitcoin exposure without having to worry about private keys or wallets. The ETFs didn’t just drive institutional money into crypto—they sent a clear signal: Bitcoin is no longer just for the “crypto natives.” Hedge funds, pension plans, and even that one nosy neighbor are all diving in.
The Bitcoin Halving: A Supply Shock for the Ages
April 2024 brought us the highly anticipated Bitcoin halving event, and it didn’t disappoint. For those new to the game, this is when miner rewards are slashed in half, reducing Bitcoin’s supply growth. Think of it as crypto’s version of Black Friday—except instead of a shopping spree, we get a supply shock that usually primes the market for a massive bull run. While the full impact might not be visible yet, history tells us the halving tends to set the stage for fireworks in the following years.
Justice Is Served: Crypto’s Black Swans Held Accountable
2024 wasn’t just a year of innovation—it was also a year of reckoning. High-profile figures like Sam Bankman-Fried (FTX) and Alex Mashinsky (Celsius) finally faced justice, receiving sentences that sent shockwaves through the crypto space. After years of chaos caused by their mismanagement and fraudulent activities, the verdicts signaled a clear message: no one is above the law, not even in the wild west of crypto. This accountability may finally restore some faith in the ecosystem.
FASB Accounting Rule Shake-Up: A Corporate Game-Changer
In a move that flew under some radars but has massive implications, the U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) revised its archaic Bitcoin accounting rules. Previously, companies in the U.S. were required to mark Bitcoin price drops on their balance sheets, but price gains? Those were a no-go. This one-sided accounting discouraged many publicly traded firms from holding BTC. But now, with the rule change, companies can reflect Bitcoin price gains, making their earnings look much rosier. This shift has already triggered speculation about major corporations like Apple or Tesla upping their crypto holdings in 2025.
2024 was nothing short of transformative. From a crypto-friendly President in the U.S. to Wall Street fully embracing the future, the foundations have been laid for even bigger moves in 2025. Whether you were HODLing, trading, or just spectating, one thing’s for sure: this year proved that crypto is no longer an outsider—it’s moving into the mainstream. Let’s see what next year has in store!
Bold Predictions for 2025: Buckle Up, It’s Going to Be a Wild Ride
2024 was a pivotal year for crypto, but 2025? It’s shaping up to be the year the industry truly comes into its own. With institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and technological advancements paving the way, the next 12 months promise to be a turning point. Let’s dive into some bold predictions for what’s ahead:
1. Nation-State Bitcoin Reserves: A Global Trend
Move over gold—Bitcoin could be the next big thing in national reserves. The UAE has already blazed a trail, reportedly holding $40 billion worth of Bitcoin as part of its strategic assets. In 2025, we expect more countries to follow suit, especially those with weakening currencies or unstable economies. While it’s unlikely that the U.S. will go all-in with a full 5% Bitcoin allocation to its reserves, whispers of a strategic Bitcoin reserve could emerge as part of a broader shift toward digital assets.
Other contenders? Watch for Latin American nations like Argentina or African countries like Nigeria to dip their toes into Bitcoin reserves to hedge against inflation and currency devaluation.
2. Corporate Crypto Adoption Goes Mainstream
With the FASB rule change finally allowing companies to reflect Bitcoin price gains on their balance sheets, 2025 could be the year we see a wave of corporate Bitcoin adoption. Companies like Tesla and MicroStrategy—already known for their BTC holdings—might be joined by household names like Apple, Amazon, or even legacy financial giants like JPMorgan.
This newfound ability to report Bitcoin gains without the fear of balance sheet write-downs makes the asset far more attractive to publicly traded companies, especially as they seek to diversify their reserves and position themselves for the digital future.
3. Solana and XRP ETFs: The Next Big Thing
With Gary Gensler out and Paul Atkins in as the new SEC chair, the regulatory winds have shifted in crypto’s favor. Bitcoin ETFs were just the beginning—2025 could be the year altcoin ETFs become a reality. Solana, with its blazing speed and low fees, and XRP, a favorite for cross-border payments, are prime candidates for ETFs.
These products would open the floodgates for institutional and retail investors to gain exposure to these networks without the technical complexity of directly holding the assets.
4. Fee-Sharing Models Will Redefine Token Economics
For years, most protocol tokens have been little more than governance tools, offering no direct financial benefit to holders. That’s set to change. In 2025, protocols like Uniswap, Aave, and others could roll out fee-sharing models, allowing token holders to earn a slice of the revenue generated by the platform.
This evolution would align the incentives of users, token holders, and protocols, potentially making governance tokens much more valuable. Of course, these changes will depend heavily on the regulatory environment, but with a more crypto-friendly SEC, the odds are looking good.
5. Stablecoins Will Dominate Payments
Stablecoins are gearing up for a breakout year in 2025. Daily settlement volumes are projected to reach $300 billion by the end of the year, tripling the current ~$100 billion per day. At that scale, stablecoins would handle transactions equivalent to 5% of the DTCC’s daily volumes—a staggering achievement.
This growth will be driven by their adoption in global commerce, remittances, and partnerships with traditional payment networks like Visa and Mastercard. With stablecoins bridging the gap between crypto and fiat, they’re poised to revolutionize the way money moves.
6. AI Agents Will Explode On-Chain
AI agents—think digital workers that can manage investments, moderate online communities, or even play video games—are set to take the blockchain world by storm. These autonomous programs have already started generating significant revenue, and their on-chain activity is expected to skyrocket in 2025.
As AI agents expand beyond DeFi into social media, gaming, and consumer applications, they’ll drive blockchain adoption to new heights. Imagine your AI managing your crypto portfolio while also farming yield on DeFi platforms—welcome to the future.
7. The Rise of On-Chain Trading
The exodus from centralized exchanges (CEXs) to on-chain platforms is already underway, but 2025 could see this trend reach a tipping point. With traders seeking greater transparency and security, decentralized trading platforms are poised for massive adoption.
Chains like Base, TON, and Solana are leading the charge, offering the scalability and low fees necessary to support high-frequency trading. The competition among these networks will be fierce, but the winners stand to gain massive market share.
8. The Bull Market Peaks: Crypto’s Big Moment
Every bull run has its climax, and we predict 2025 will be the year this one reaches its zenith. Our conservative price targets? Bitcoin at $160K, Ethereum at $5K, and Solana at $500.
While these numbers might seem ambitious, they’re grounded in the momentum we’re already seeing. Institutional adoption, regulatory clarity, and increasing use cases are setting the stage for a year of explosive growth.
Conclusion: Bring on 2025!
If 2024 was the year of laying the groundwork, 2025 is set to be the year we build on it. From nation-states embracing Bitcoin to corporations finally hopping on the crypto bandwagon, the signs are clear: crypto is no longer just an experiment—it’s becoming an integral part of the global economy.
As we look ahead, one thing is certain: the crypto space will continue to surprise, inspire, and innovate. So, let’s strap in for another thrilling ride and see where 2025 takes us. We’re here for every twist, turn, and moonshot moment—are you?
