According to a report by CoinDesk, U.S. asset management company WisdomTree explored cryptocurrency trends for 2025 in a report released on Monday. Analysts stated that the institutionalization of the cryptocurrency market means that Bitcoin (BTC) is no longer seen as a niche investment. As adoption rates increase, hesitant investors are being compelled to reconsider this asset class.
Cryptocurrency adoption rates will continue to grow
WisdomTree pointed out that portfolios that include Bitcoin consistently outperform those that do not. Analyst Dovile Silenskyte wrote that asset management companies need to incorporate digital assets into multi-asset portfolios, or they risk “falling behind in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.” She added that as more clients seek exposure to this asset class, Bitcoin’s adoption rate is expected to increase this year. The launch of cryptocurrency spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. is helping to mainstream cryptocurrencies further in 2024. WisdomTree stated that with the regulatory environment in the U.S. becoming more favorable under President Trump’s leadership, and more countries approving exchange-traded products (ETPs) for altcoins (such as SOL and XRP ETFs), this momentum is expected to continue this year.
Ethereum scalability issues remain to be solved; networks like Solana are suitable for stablecoin payments
WisdomTree’s report noted that the Ethereum blockchain is “unparalleled as the backbone of decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and Web3,” but its scalability issues remain a challenge. However, recent upgrades, including Dencun, are still expected to drive the adoption of Ethereum Layer 2 networks. WisdomTree also stated that stablecoins are “becoming an indispensable part of the global financial system,” and networks like Solana are ideal choices for stablecoin payments and remittances. The report further added that the tokenization market is set to expand rapidly in 2025, which will transform industries ranging from private equity to venture capital.
