As 2024 draws to a close, all eyes are on the upcoming 2025 market, with expectations high for a major rally in both Bitcoin and altcoins under Donald Trump's anticipated leadership.
His administration is expected to introduce more balanced regulations, fueling optimism for the crypto space. Meanwhile, CoinGecko’s end-of-year analysis has taken stock of the trends that shaped 2024.
The memecoin surge has dominated this year’s crypto narrative, with these tokens capturing a staggering 30.67% of global investor interest, outpacing other trends.
The report highlighted that, aside from memecoins, AI and Real World Asset (RWA) tokens also gained significant attention. Solana-based and cat-themed memecoins have especially stood out, along with Base-based tokens, contributing to the broader memecoin trend.
AI-focused tokens garnered a 12.58% share, securing second place in investor interest, while RWAs and DePIN tokens also made notable gains.
These emerging trends, including the rise of various memecoin subcategories like Solana and cat-themed coins, are expected to continue influencing the market into 2025.
CoinShares, a prominent crypto asset management and research firm, reported a significant rebound in institutional investment last week, with millions of dollars flowing into altcoin products.
Ethereum’s decline may be nearing its end, according to analyst Michaël van de Poppe, who believes its bottom will align with gold reaching its peak.
Ripple’s high-profile legal battle with the SEC has seemingly reached its final chapter, with CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealing on March 19 that the agency is dropping the case.
Pi Coin has experienced dramatic price swings since its market debut, initially surging to an all-time high of $2.98 before rapidly losing momentum.