As we get settled into 2025, with its new trends, rhythms, leaders, and innovations, it’s only right that we sit down and discuss the biggest industry evolutions with those who are driving them. These industry leaders, experts, and insiders will all converge on Paris Blockchain Week (PBW) in April to discuss the present and future state of digital assets, in all of their fascinating contexts.
Fortunately, we got to them first and probed them about the idea that different technological, political, and social factors are poised to cause cryptocurrency to take a “huge leap forward.”
Managing the Mainstream Transformation
Every year, millions of people sign up for accounts with centralized exchanges, deposit their fiat currency, and exchange it for cryptocurrency. It’s the first action in a potentially long and enthusiastic relationship with digital assets, and it’s in this action (as well as famous marketing campaigns) that Crypto.com has become a household name.
Eric Anziani, the President and CEO of Crypto.com, believes that 2025 is different, and will prove to be a breakthrough year for the public adoption of cryptocurrency. He explains, “We expect cryptocurrency to make strong inroads to becoming a mainstream asset class within the traditional financial ecosystem.” He backs this up with realistic predictions, adding “the potential approval of ETFs for other cryptocurrencies, expected pro-crypto policies under President Donald Trump’s administration, and discussions being had in many countries around establishing bitcoin reserves will encourage industry growth and adoption.”
Anziani also noted that the market’s potential is substantial, with global crypto ownership projected to reach 750-900 million users this year.
Technology’s Transformative Power
Yoni Assia, CEO and Co-Founder of eToro, believes that technical converge, whereby prominent technologies find important symbioses, will be the most powerful narrative of 2025. “I’m excited about the power of technology, in particular blockchain and AI, to transform finance for the better,” he states, drawing from his experience as an early crypto adopter.
To support technological convergence and unification, the regulatory landscape must evolve positively to both support and encourage high-level innovation, with Assia noting, “When it comes to regulation, crypto has long operated in a gray area. Fortunately, we are now seeing significant leaps forward across the globe.” He emphasizes that “by establishing clear guidelines, regulators can foster innovation while safeguarding investors’ interests.”
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