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According to He, not only investors but also large holders of BTC, such as MicroStrategy, are looking for additional sources of revenue through the fusion of Bitcoin and decentralized finance.

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The figures reflect a recovery from 2023 when crypto firms received $10.1 billion in VC funding. However, the industry is still far behind its 2021 peak, when crypto startups secured $32.4 billion.

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Analysts from Galaxy Research also anticipate that the surge in VC activity will be driven by a combination of declining interest rates and greater regulatory clarity in the crypto space, which is expected to increase investor appetite for venture opportunities.

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The funding will support Avalon’s expansion of its Bitcoin-backed DeFi ecosystem, which includes products like Bitcoin-backed lending, stablecoins, and savings accounts.

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According to He, Bitcoiners could soon generate annual returns of up to 40% on their holdings.

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The startup operates in a community-driven model, where 90% of its native token is distributed to users, enabling profit-sharing and governance. The funding will support Usual’s expansion as it aims to move into traditional finance.

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Binance Labs has invested an undisclosed amount in Thena, a decentralized exchange (DEX) and liquidity protocol on the BNB Chain. Launched in January 2023, THENA offers spot and leverage trading with up to 60x leverage, utilizing the “ve(3,3)” tokenomics model to manage liquidity and reward participants. The model incentivizes long-term participation by allowing users to lock tokens in exchange for governance rights and rewards.

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Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH) again notched second place, with $1.5 billion in net inflows.

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BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) netted more than three times the inflows of runner-up Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC), which attracted nearly $12 billion in net inflows this year, Farside said in a Dec. 31 post on the X platform.

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The funds raised will support the development of the protocol, with capital to be deployed on security and user acquisition. The protocol claims a total value locked of over $63 million as of Dec. 31, with plans to expand into crosschain operations and other DeFi services.

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Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH) again notched second place, with $1.5 billion in net inflows.

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BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) netted more than three times the inflows of runner-up Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC), which attracted nearly $12 billion in net inflows this year, Farside said in a Dec. 31 post on the X platform.

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The funds raised will support the development of the protocol, with capital to be deployed on security and user acquisition. The protocol claims a total value locked of over $63 million as of Dec. 31, with plans to expand into crosschain operations and other DeFi services.

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Another trend to watch in 2025 is the growth of stablecoins tied to local currencies. In 2024, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates approved the launch of the dirham-backed stablecoin AE Coin, which it said will be the first stablecoin the central bank will regulate.

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MiCA’s framework might encourage local players to enter the market with euro-backed stablecoins, creating more competition and potentially shifting the market dynamics away from dollar-centric options.

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At present, there are concerns around Tether’s USDT stablecoin. It dominates the market but lacks the necessary licensing for MiCA compliance, and there are rumors that exchanges are preparing to delist USDT for European users. If Tether doesn’t secure a license, it risks losing significant market share in the region. Such a moment may open the door for regulated alternatives such as USDC, which has already obtained the necessary European approvals.

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This regulatory clarity will open the door for banks to offer custody services, which are vital for integrating crypto into traditional financial systems. Custody solutions enable banks to safely store digital assets on behalf of their clients, serving institutional investors and cautious retail users.

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The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, set to be fully implemented by January 2025, will serve as a significant catalyst. MiCA requires stablecoin issuers to obtain licenses and provides a clear framework for financial institutions to enter the crypto market.

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The strategy goes like this: 1) Launch a regulated stablecoin, 2) negotiate with a prominent exchange to promote it, and 3) earn consistent yields by investing in fiat reserves. For promotion, the exchange removes commissions on the stablecoin, which, of course, attracts clients to it. This formula is too attractive for traditional financial giants to ignore.

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In 2025, we will likely see more stablecoins issued by financial institutions. Tether has already demonstrated the profitability of this model, netting $5.2 billion in the first half of 2024 after placing reserves in US Treasury bonds.

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