The rise of cryptocurrency in recent years has brought significant changes to the financial landscape. From peer-to-peer payments to decentralized finance (DeFi), the crypto ecosystem has transitioned from a fringe concept to mainstream news. A key consequence? The growing impact of cryptocurrency on local currencies globally, and what it means for economies around the world. 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year in this evolving landscape. 2024 saw total cryptocurrency market capitalization reach $3.9 trillion before settling at $3.5 trillion by early 2025. Bitcoin’s surge, surpassing the $100,000 mark and Ethereum’s momentum propelled by Ethereum 2.0, significantly boosted the industry. Bitcoin ETFs and Ethereum ETFs brought in a staggering $712 billion in trading volume, highlighting institutional investment and confidence in crypto as a store of value.