Blockchain and digital asset firm Galactic Research, led by head of research Alex Thorne, has released a 2025 forecast that predicts significant price swings and regulatory changes across the country. Cryptocurrencies Including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Dogecoin (DOGE).
Bitcoin on track to $185,000 by the end of 2025
according to According to Galaxy Research, Bitcoin is over $150,000 in the first half of 2025 and may reach or exceed $185,000 by the end of the year. This bullish outlook is supported by a combination of increasing institutional, corporate and nation-state adoption.
Historically, Bitcoin has outperformed traditional asset classes, including the S&P 500 and gold, and is expected to continue doing so as it accounts for roughly 20% of gold's market capitalization.
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The report notes that the United States recognizes Bitcoin Products tradable on the stock exchange (ETP) is expected to exceed $250 billion in assets under management (AUM) by 2025.
With more than $36 billion in recorded net inflows by 2024, these ETPs have become the most successful startup group in history, attracting investments from large hedge funds and institutional players.
As Bitcoin cements its position as a leading asset, Galaxy Research predicts that at least one of the leading wealth management platforms will recommend Bitcoin. Allocation 2% or more, this change is expected to increase inflows to Bitcoin ETPs and increase their AUM.
The report also highlights the possibility of consensus on significant protocol upgrades among Bitcoin developers, which has historically been difficult to achieve, and is expected to include improvements that improve transaction scheduling. forgive
Dogecoin is poised for a resurgence
Ethereum is expected to trade above $5,500 in 2025, driven by easing regulatory restrictions. Decentralized finance (DeFi) and increasing enterprise interest.
Galaxy Research predicts that Ethereum's share price will exceed 50%, with the possibility that ETH-based exchange-traded funds will be allowed to share some of the ETH they hold.
Bitcoin's decentralized finance (DeFi) market is also expected to grow significantly. According to the company, the amount of Bitcoin locked in DeFi smart contracts could almost double by 2025.
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This report also predicts Dogecoin It will reach a market cap of $100 billion, potentially breaking the $1 mark amid broader market dynamics, including institutional adoption and new regulatory frameworks that may affect the future of meme-based cryptocurrencies.
On the regulatory front, Galaxy Research predicts that bipartisan legislation governing stablecoin issuance will be in place by the end of 2025, providing a clear framework for issuers.
Currently, Bitcoin is trading at $94,648, a one percent loss in the last 24 hours. Ethereum, on the other hand, is trading at $3,359, up 1% year-over-year. Dogecoin is priced at $0.314 and has experienced a minimal gain of only 0.5% over this time frame.
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