Experts Predict 2025 Will Be Cryptocurrency’s Best Year Yet According to Steno Research
A recent research note by Steno Research has sparked optimism among cryptocurrency enthusiasts, predicting that 2025 will be the best year yet for the market. The analysts are bullish about Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) surpassing all-time highs, with potential "remarkable positive developments" on the horizon.
Bullish Projections for BTC and ETH
Steno Research is forecasting that BTC’s spot price will reach $150,000, while ETH’s spot price is expected to exceed $8,000. The analysts are also increasingly optimistic about an imminent altcoin season, which could be driven by various factors, including:
- Unprecedentedly Favorable Regulatory Environment: The favorable regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies in the US, marked by declining interest rates and improved liquidity, will continue to support the market.
- Historically Strong Post-Bitcoin-Halving Performance: BTC’s price has historically surged after each halving event, which could lead to a new all-time high in 2025.
- Institutional Adoption: Institutional adoption is expected to reach unprecedented levels, with significant inflows into U.S.-based Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) to See Net Inflows
According to Steno Research, BTC and ETH exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are expected to see net inflows of $48 billion and $28.5 billion, respectively, in 2025. This surge in institutional investment will further boost the market.
Altcoin Season: A Promising Outlook for Alternative Cryptocurrencies
Ether is poised to outperform Bitcoin in 2025, with the ETH/BTC ratio expected to hit at least 0.06. This significant increase will usher in a broader altcoin season, as Bitcoin dominance drops from its current level of nearly 57% to around 45%.
Total Value Locked (TVL) in Decentralized Applications
Steno Research predicts that the total value locked (TVL) in decentralized applications will top $300 billion in 2025, surpassing 2021’s highs of approximately $180 billion. This surge in TVL will be driven by increased adoption and usage of DeFi protocols.
Regulatory Environment: Favorable for Altcoins
The analysts at Steno Research argue that Donald Trump’s U.S. presidential victory is more favorable for altcoins than for Bitcoin. Trump’s presidency encourages more robust on-chain activity, which benefits altcoins such as Ethereum and Solana significantly.
Trump Pump: A Boost to the Cryptocurrency Market
Others, including asset manager Grayscale, are similarly optimistic about the cryptocurrency market in 2025. Grayscale added several decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, including two on Solana, to its list of the top 20 tokens to watch in the first quarter of 2025.
Key Factors Driving Optimism
The warming US policy environment is a key factor driving optimism about the cryptocurrency market in 2025. Trump’s promise to appoint industry-friendly leaders to key regulatory agencies and make the US "the world’s crypto capital" has sparked enthusiasm among investors and analysts.
Conclusion
While there are many factors that could impact the performance of the cryptocurrency market in 2025, the predictions made by Steno Research are encouraging. With a favorable regulatory environment, historically strong post-halving performance, and institutional adoption expected to reach unprecedented levels, it’s clear that this will be an exciting year for the cryptocurrency market.
Market Outlook: Key Takeaways
- Bitcoin (BTC) is expected to surpass $150,000 in 2025.
- Ether (ETH) is poised to outperform Bitcoin, with a minimum ETH/BTC ratio of 0.06 expected.
- Altcoin season is expected to drive significant growth in the cryptocurrency market.
- Institutional adoption and net inflows into U.S.-based BTC and ETH ETFs are expected to reach unprecedented levels.
- Total value locked (TVL) in decentralized applications will top $300 billion.
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