⚡ 2 Actions for Managing Risk Wisely

Bitcoin is steadily earning the trust of global leaders. Plans are underway to create Bitcoin reserve funds, and in some cases, it’s even being considered for use as a fiat currency in everyday transactions. Are you ready to be part of this movement?

Here’s what we got for you today:

• 🚨 VanEck’s 10 Crypto Predictions for 2025

• 🚀 Risk Management As Bitcoin Hits $105K

• ⭐ Top Highlight in Crypto Today

• 🤡 Meme Of The Day

🚨 VanEck’s 10 Crypto Predictions for 2025

What is the different with BitWise’s Predictions?

Another report was published to predict the crypto market in 2025

Vaneck made 15 predictions back in December 2023 and gave themselves a score of 8.5 out of 15. That’s a 56.6% success rate—not perfect, but good enough to stay in the game. With Bitcoin (BTC) hitting $100k and Ethereum (ETH) going over $4k, even the predictions they missed were part of an unforgettable year.

1. Crypto bull market hits a medium-term peak in Q1, sets new highs in Q4

2. U.S. embraces bitcoin with strategic reserve(s) and increased crypto adoption

3. Value of tokenized securities exceeds $50 billion

4. Stablecoins daily settlement volumes reach $300 billion

5. AI agents’ onchain activity surpasses 1 million agents

6. Bitcoin layer-2s reach 100,000 BTC in total value locked (TVL)

7. Ethereum blob space generates $1 billion in fees

8. DeFi hits all-time highs with $4 trillion DEX volumes and $200B TVL

9. NFT market recovery with trading volumes reaching $30 billion

10. DApp tokens narrow the performance gap with L1 tokens

Key Takeaway

• VanEck: Focuses on the technical and ecosystem metrics that will drive adoption, with detailed targets for Ethereum, DeFi, NFTs, and AI.

• Bitwise: Focuses on price milestones, institutional adoption, and regulatory clarity, with bold projections for market growth and corporate achievements.

Both agree on strong growth for the crypto industry but approach it from different lenses: VanEck’s predictions are more infrastructure-focused, while Bitwise’s are market- and adoption-focused.

🚀 Risk Management As Bitcoin Hits $105K

Bitcoin has reached an incredible milestone of $100,000! This is a huge moment for Bitcoin, but it’s also a good time to look back at its journey and think about what’s next.

📜 Past Cycles: The Emotional Rollercoaster

Bitcoin’s price has gone through big ups and downs over the years:

1. 2013 Highs and Lows: It hit $1,000 for the first time but dropped to just $176 during the 2014 crash. Many thought Bitcoin was “finished,” but it wasn’t.

2. 2017 Boom and 2018 Bust: Bitcoin soared to $20,000 in 2017 but dropped to $3,000 the next year. Still, it came back stronger.

3. 2021 Peak and 2022 Crash: After hitting $69,000 in 2021, Bitcoin fell to $18,000 in 2022. Negative news made people nervous, but long-term investors stayed calm.

📈 What Makes the Current Cycle Unique?

This $100K milestone shows how much Bitcoin has grown and matured:

• More People and Companies Believe in Bitcoin: From big companies to governments, Bitcoin is now seen as more reliable and important.

• Better Technology: Tools like the Lightning Network make Bitcoin faster and easier to use. Mining power is also stronger than ever.

• Stable Holders: Over 75% of Bitcoin is held by long-term investors, which helps keep the market steady.

Why Long-Term Vision Matters

Bitcoin’s history shows that while prices go up and down in the short term, the long-term trend is upward. Reaching $100K is just the beginning—some believe it could one day hit $1 million!

But it’s important to stay careful. Prices can drop suddenly, so managing your investments wisely is key.

• Diversifying your portfolio (spreading out your investments).

• Thinking long-term can help you handle the ups and downs (The key here is the conviction)

Key Takeaway

Bitcoin’s journey to $105K proves that patience pays off. Its value isn’t just in its price but in the belief people have in its future. The road ahead might still be bumpy, but Bitcoin’s long-term potential remains strong.

⭐ Top Highlight in Crypto Today

• 📈 Trump plans to create a U.S. Bitcoin reserve, fueling predictions of Bitcoin's price reaching $800k and a $15 trillion market cap amid global crypto competition.

The Trump family’s World Liberty Financial spent 250K $USDC to buy 134,216 $ONDO

Over the past two weeks, World Liberty Financial has spent a total of $44.41 million. Since Nov 30, #WorldLiberty has spent:

1. 30M $USDC to buy 8,105 $ETH at $3,701;

2. 10M $USDC to buy 103 $cbBTC at $97,181;

3. 2M $USDC to buy 78,387 $LINK at $25.5;

4. 2M $USDC to buy 6,137 $AAVE at $326;

5. 500K $USDC to buy 509,955 $ENA at $0.98;

6. 250K $USDC to buy 134,216 $ONDO at $1.86.

• 📊 El Salvador’s Bitcoin investments are now profitable, gaining over $3.6M. Despite criticism, the government stays committed to its long-term strategy, urging critics to acknowledge the success.

• 🔎 Thaksin Shinawatra predicts Bitcoin could reach $850k, urging Thai people to learn about crypto. He advocates for stablecoins to boost Thailand's economy amid sluggish GDP growth and crypto adoption efforts.

• 💰 Ukraine plans to legalize cryptocurrencies by 2025, focusing on regulation, taxation, and financial stability. The law will address risks like tax evasion and money laundering while avoiding tax exemptions.

• 📊 Electric Capital reports that Asia now leads North America in the number of crypto developers, with Asia making up 32% of the global total. India is at the forefront, contributing 17% of new developers. The number of veteran developers grew by 27%, reaching a record high of 11,243.

Blockchain Ecosystem Development:

• Ethereum: Leading global development activity.

• Solana: Attracting the most new developers and dominating low-fee NFT adoption, with $1.5 billion in NFT minting (57% of total).

• Bitcoin: Most stable, with 42% of activity focused on scaling solutions.

By 2030, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to lead global crypto and fintech growth, driven by a surge in developers, blockchain adoption, and financial innovation.

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