Trump-era regulations, Bitcoin's record run, institutional inflows mark crypto's inflection point in 2025

Key takeaways

Bitcoin & Institutional Surge: Bitcoin reached record highs above $120,000, driven by Trump-era endorsements, US regulatory clarity, and institutional inflows totaling $25–30B in spot Bitcoin ETFs.

India's Crypto Growth: India led global adoption, with institutional investments up 30–50%, portfolios focusing on Layer-1 assets, Bitcoin, and DeFi, and nearly 40% of users from non-metro cities.

Regulatory Milestones: US passed the Genius Act, clarified crypto oversight via the Clarity Act, and restricted government digital currencies with the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, normalizing crypto in mainstream financial markets globally.