Cryptocurrency Adoption Reaches New Heights in 2025

Bybit's CEO Ben Zhou highlighted the growth of cryptocurrencies in 2025, stating that it was 'a year of adoption'. The number of crypto owners increased by 16%, reaching a global ownership rate of 8.7%. This trend was observed not only in cryptocurrency markets but also in traditional finance.

The expansion of cryptocurrency use cases beyond speculation was another significant development in 2025. Stablecoins, for instance, saw double the volume of major traditional payment networks over a 12-month period, with $1 billion recorded on Bybit's crypto debit card alone. This growth is particularly pronounced in regions with low banking access.

Regulatory frameworks also solidified across various jurisdictions. Countries such as Singapore, the UAE, and the EU have already had frameworks in place, while others like the US enacted legislation in 2025. The number of countries issuing Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licenses increased by over 30%.