2025 Will Be the Year Crypto Goes Mainstream

[pangu]

2025 Will Be the Year Crypto Goes Mainstream - Crypto will reach a turning point when it becomes as useful for companies as the internet became in the 1990s:
https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-hong-kong-2025-coverage/2025/01/06/animoca-brands-yat-siu-2025-will-be-the-year-crypto-goes-mainstream

[Odusko]

2025 Will Be the Year Crypto Goes Mainstream - Crypto will reach a turning point when it becomes as useful for companies as the internet became in the 1990s:
https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-hong-kong-2025-coverage/2025/01/06/animoca-brands-yat-siu-2025-will-be-the-year-crypto-goes-mainstream

Not all companies can use crypto as they use the Internet, I think crypto is more of a stock and financial thing so any company that is off the radar of financial services can only hold crypto as a reserve asset for the company which is a single-face, the guy should have said blockchain becoming a turning point for companies like the Internet, so let say Internet vs blockchain and not the crypto thing he mentioned. 2025 is here we expect a lot from all the speculations we have put out ahead of the year.

[hero_the_bossman]

2025 Will Be the Year Crypto Goes Mainstream - Crypto will reach a turning point when it becomes as useful for companies as the internet became in the 1990s:
https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-hong-kong-2025-coverage/2025/01/06/animoca-brands-yat-siu-2025-will-be-the-year-crypto-goes-mainstream

Not all companies can use crypto as they use the Internet, I think crypto is more of a stock and financial thing so any company that is off the radar of financial services can only hold crypto as a reserve asset for the company which is a single-face, the guy should have said blockchain becoming a turning point for companies like the Internet, so let say Internet vs blockchain and not the crypto thing he mentioned. 2025 is here we expect a lot from all the speculations we have put out ahead of the year.

Crypto is becoming a brand new thing to invest in for bigger entities, currently. I didn't see any company viewing it differently as of now, and about the governments - even more. We are not there adoption-wise.

[Dave1]

As per the article though,

"Stablecoins are becoming indispensable for making these transactions cheaper and faster,” he noted.

So just to be clear, he is talking about stable coins here and not the crypto that we might be in our minds like BTC or ETH.

Although I will agree that he compare the Internet in the late 90's to crypto right now which is slowly getting the attention specially with all institutions are into Bitcoin and then there could be a new trend that it will be used as a country's national reserve.

[kotajikikox]

2025 Will Be the Year Crypto Goes Mainstream - Crypto will reach a turning point when it becomes as useful for companies as the internet became in the 1990s:
https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-hong-kong-2025-coverage/2025/01/06/animoca-brands-yat-siu-2025-will-be-the-year-crypto-goes-mainstream

It's already been serving as a beneficial asset to some companies with MicroStrategy being the most famous example. I think we can aim for a little bigger now. Instead of only companies making use of bitcoin and realizing its potential, let us hope that countries start incorporating bitcoin into their economic plans and give their citizens as well as us investors a favor.

I have no doubt bitcoin will be soon realized as a cryptocurrency more instead of just as an investment opportunity but a step forward is still a step forward so I will be happy with whatever progress bitcoin makes in this year in the context of countries accepting bitcoin whether that is just looser restrictions or recognizing it as a legal tender.

[RockBell]

Not all companies can use crypto as they use the Internet, I think crypto is more of a stock and financial thing so any company that is off the radar of financial services can only hold crypto as a reserve asset for the company which is a single-face, the guy should have said blockchain becoming a turning point for companies like the Internet, so let say Internet vs blockchain and not the crypto thing he mentioned. 2025 is here we expect a lot from all the speculations we have put out ahead of the year.

Crypto does not really fit for a currency I have more confidence in it been an asset than when it used as a currency because when the value for a currency is not stable it will affect the economy one way or the other but when it is invested in then there is a possibility for increase and it and that is why it is better to invest than to want to use it as a currency and when you want to use it as a currency the only person benefiting is not more than the company or individual but spending it is not beneficial at all.

Companies for a long time have been making use of the blockchain technology since is one of the best way to keep track of things, and this year things might be looking more promising because of the movement that the US are trying to initiate this period, we can only be able to make predictions but there is no way that we are going to be sure if what we assume is going to come true, because sometimes is as if bitcoin have a mind of its own because we can not always be right.

[Plaguedeath]

It's more like Bitcoin will goes mainstream instead of cryptos because every good news is about Bitcoin, while altcoins follow the hype of Bitcoin.

So just to be clear, he is talking about stable coins here and not the crypto that we might be in our minds like BTC or ETH.

True, even worst he talks meme coins and NFTs have a future.

But, it's nothing surprising since his company is games industry, as we know blockchain games has it's own token, hence he support meme coins and NFTs. He should wake up since the hype in blockchain games only happened in 2021, after that it's dead.

[pangu]

It's more like Bitcoin will goes mainstream instead of cryptos because every good news is about Bitcoin, while altcoins follow the hype of Bitcoin.

So just to be clear, he is talking about stable coins here and not the crypto that we might be in our minds like BTC or ETH.

True, even worst he talks meme coins and NFTs have a future.

But, it's nothing surprising since his company is games industry, as we know blockchain games has it's own token, hence he support meme coins and NFTs. He should wake up since the hype in blockchain games only happened in 2021, after that it's dead.

NFTs will be a thing again, once they serve utility..

[Aanuoluwatofunmi]

2025 Will Be the Year Crypto Goes Mainstream - Crypto will reach a turning point when it becomes as useful for companies as the internet became in the 1990s:
https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-hong-kong-2025-coverage/2025/01/06/animoca-brands-yat-siu-2025-will-be-the-year-crypto-goes-mainstream

There have been numerous achievement since the beginning of last year which can be sum up to why we should experience more increase in adoption of bitcoin this year 2025, also, talking about becoming the mainstream, we currently appreciate the fact that it has achieved more tremendous success from being a crypto to an acceptable means of making payments, store of value and a day to day digital decentralized currency, also, we had the spot bitcoin ETF last year, the all time high and many other significant use case of bitcoin adoption being an asset or a digital currency, with these, we are much optimistic about the future being clear to make us have bitcoin become the mainstream currency for making payments all over the world.

[BlackHatCoiner]

The article talks more about stablecoins than bitcoin.

It is 2025, and I still don't understand the difference between a stablecoin and Paypal.

• In both options, I can have my account frozen.
• In both options, I have to trust a central authority with my transactions.
• In both options, I use fiat currency.

Really, what's the difference? Can I use a stablecoin anonymously?

[goldkingcoiner]

The article talks more about stablecoins than bitcoin.

It is 2025, and I still don't understand the difference between a stablecoin and Paypal.

• In both options, I can have my account frozen.
• In both options, I have to trust a central authority with my transactions.
• In both options, I use fiat currency.

Really, what's the difference? Can I use a stablecoin anonymously?

There is no such thing as a truly decentralized stablecoin as far as I know. So to me they are all the same thing as Paypal and not really a cryptocurrency except for calling itself a cryptocurrency for marketing purposes. Basically a memecoin with legal responsibilities.

[Odusko]

Crypto does not really fit for a currency I have more confidence in it been an asset than when it used as a currency because when the value for a currency is not stable it will affect the economy one way or the other but when it is invested in then there is a possibility for increase and it and that is why it is better to invest than to want to use it as a currency and when you want to use it as a currency the only person benefiting is not more than the company or individual but spending it is not beneficial at all.

Companies for a long time have been making use of the blockchain technology since is one of the best way to keep track of things, and this year things might be looking more promising because of the movement that the US are trying to initiate this period, we can only be able to make predictions but there is no way that we are going to be sure if what we assume is going to come true, because sometimes is as if bitcoin have a mind of its own because we can not always be right.

You are right my friend absolutely, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and its other counterparts are the best fit for asset and that is why you see the government eyeing some of them like Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, meaning having a holding in an asset for future purposes, so that what Bitcoin or crypto is for, it currency features is limited.

[buwaytress]

You mean the fact that anyone in the country I'm living in has heard of Bitcoin, have been buying/selling on their phones instead of P2P like me, and crypto bro films are all over Netflix isn't mainstream yet? What, precisely, will happen in 2025 that hasn't already happened since that 2021 bullrun?

I do respect what Animoca founder did before and stablecoins have crept into Asian commerce but memecoins? Animoca I think, and maybe it's just personal, didn't do crypto any favours with their P2E scams...

[Zaguru12]

You are right my friend absolutely, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and its other counterparts are the best fit for asset and that is why you see the government eyeing some of them like Bitcoin as a strategic reserve, meaning having a holding in an asset for future purposes, so that what Bitcoin or crypto is for, it currency features is limited.

I will agree with you only about bitcoin been asset but not the other cryptocurrencies because I don’t regard them as an asset due to their volatility, the store of value advantage bitcoin ha is what set it apart from them as an asset.

One thing I think we need to understand about bitcoin been a currency is that it can only be an alternative as such can be use where fiat currency seems like an hassle. For example cross border transactions where you have to go through Changing of fiat currency to different currencies before arriving at the desired currency but with bitcoin the transfer and even fees are hassle free.

[pangu]

In recent years, several prominent CEOs have openly embraced cryptocurrency, recognizing its transformative potential:

- Elon Musk (Tesla) ⚡: Musk has been a vocal advocate for various cryptocurrencies, notably Bitcoin and Dogecoin, and his impact on market trends is undeniable.

- Tim Cook (Apple) 🍏: The Apple CEO has hinted at a positive outlook towards cryptocurrencies, indicating an interest in exploring how these digital assets can be integrated into Apple's ecosystem.

- Jensen Huang (NVIDIA) 🎮: NVIDIA's innovations in GPU technology not only support gaming but also fuel blockchain and cryptocurrency mining, showcasing their commitment to this burgeoning field.

- Satya Nadella (Microsoft) 💻: Under Nadella's leadership, Microsoft has explored blockchain technology for various applications, highlighting the company's belief in the long-term viability of digital currencies.

- Sundar Pichai (Google) 🔍: Pichai has acknowledged the potential of blockchain, hinting at future Google services that may align with cryptocurrency advancements.

- Andy Jassy (Amazon) 📦: Jassy's leadership at Amazon has sparked interest in how the e-commerce giant might incorporate cryptocurrency into its payment systems, potentially reshaping online transactions.

- Mark Zuckerberg (Meta) 🌐: Zuckerberg’s vision for a digital currency ecosystem, despite regulatory hurdles, reflects a firm belief in the future of crypto within Meta's portfolio.

- Dara Khosrowshahi (Uber) 🚗: Khosrowshahi has expressed interest in exploring crypto payments, which could revolutionize how services like Uber facilitate transactions.

- Brian Chesky (Airbnb) 🏡: Chesky has openly discussed the possibilities of integrating cryptocurrency payments into Airbnb, indicating a forward-thinking approach to the travel and accommodations industry.

- Larry Fink (BlackRock) 📈: As the CEO of one of the world's largest asset management firms, Fink’s acknowledgment of Bitcoin as a vehicle for inflation protection showcases the increasing legitimacy of cryptocurrency in traditional finance.

[death69]

When people talk about “mainstream,” it often comes down to everyday usefulness. If Bitcoin transactions feel as seamless as sending an email, that’s when we win. The tech is nearly there, but wider acceptance still depends on the comfort level of institutions (banks, governments, large corporations). They have to see fewer regulatory gray areas and a more stable environment. That’s why each new piece of legislation, each new stablecoin partnership, and each new improvement in user interfaces matters.

The part that excites me the most is tokenization. Picture digitized assets that can be traded against Bitcoin or a stablecoin in a single wallet. Whether we’re talking about fractional ownership of real estate or licensing deals for music, this stuff may quietly reshape entire markets. By 2025, if we play our cards right, there’ll be a generation of folks whose first instinct is to settle everything on a blockchain ( faster, cheaper, more transparent). That feels like a turning point to me.