A Remarkable Year for Crypto: Capitalization Jumps by 43%
The global cryptocurrency market has experienced explosive growth in 2025, with market capitalization surging from $2.28 trillion in June 2024 to $3.29 trillion in June 2025. That’s a +43% increase year-over-year, according to data analyzed by Finbold using CoinMarketCap statistics. This growth wasn’t accidental — it was driven by political shifts, institutional demand, and innovative investment products.
Bitcoin Takes the Lead With 74.7% Growth
At the center of this financial momentum is Bitcoin (BTC), which saw its market cap climb an astonishing 74.7% to $2.13 trillion. The leading cryptocurrency now commands nearly 60% of the global market share, reaffirming its dominance as the primary digital asset of choice.
The performance of Ethereum (ETH), in contrast, has faltered. Its market capitalization dropped 28% to $292 billion, reducing its market share significantly. Meanwhile, USD-pegged stablecoins like USDT and USDC grew by 51.5%, surpassing $230 billion — a signal that fresh capital is pouring into crypto from investors seeking stability and liquidity.
Trump’s Crypto Pivot Reshapes the U.S. Regulatory Landscape
A key catalyst in the market’s dramatic surge has been the re-election of Donald Trump in early 2025. His administration quickly followed through on promises to support the crypto industry, triggering confidence across the global market.
Some of the bold policy moves include:
- Firing SEC Chair Gary Gensler
- Halting the sale of Bitcoin from government reserves
- Launching a national Bitcoin reserve
- Kickstarting crypto deregulation
A symbolic step was the launch of Trump’s personal token, Official TRUMP, which skyrocketed from $10 to over $74 in under a week. The buzz around it even sparked ETF applications based on this meme coin.
Institutional Involvement Hits New Highs
Wall Street’s long-awaited embrace of crypto finally materialized in 2025, turning into a full-fledged institutional FOMO. Leading asset managers like BlackRock and Fidelity led the charge, purchasing massive volumes of Bitcoin through spot ETFs.
On June 24 alone, institutional purchases included:
- BlackRock’s IBIT fund: 4,130 BTC (~$436 million)
- Fidelity’s FBTC: 805 BTC (~$85 million)
In total, $659 million flowed into Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs that day — setting a new record.
By June’s end, BlackRock owned over 683,000 BTC, worth more than $73 billion, nearly equaling the reserves of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy). Together, they now hold more than 1.14 million BTC, a massive slice of Bitcoin’s total supply. Even Grayscale resumed accumulation despite earlier outflows.
A New Era of Crypto Legitimacy
The combination of pro-crypto regulation, institutional capital inflow, and the launch of spot ETFs has given the crypto market a significant boost in legitimacy. With Bitcoin consistently trading above $100,000, the digital asset space has evolved from speculative territory into a more mainstream investment avenue.
This momentum creates a positive feedback loop — more demand leads to more financial products, which in turn attracts more capital. Stablecoins are growing, Bitcoin remains king, and Ethereum may yet rebound with the arrival of ETH-based ETFs.
Conclusion: The $3 Trillion Milestone Is Just the Beginning
The crypto market’s $1 trillion growth in 2025 marks a historic turning point. Fueled by favorable U.S. policies, growing trust in Bitcoin, and deep institutional participation, digital assets have cemented their place in the global financial ecosystem. If current trends continue, 2026 may bring even greater integration between traditional finance and decentralized technologies — and perhaps new all-time highs for Bitcoin and beyond.
