Crypto Venture Capital Slows: Funding Shifts Towards Stablecoins and DeFi

The cryptocurrency industry is experiencing a shift in venture capital investment as funds are increasingly directed towards stablecoins and decentralized finance (DeFi) projects. While overall funding activity has decreased, strategic investments in blockchain infrastructure are continuing to advance. 2025 has seen a decline in large-scale VC deals, with fewer high-profile funding rounds compared to earlier in the year. However, key players like Telcoin, Hercle, Momentum, and Temple Digital continue securing investment to build the foundations for mainstream crypto adoption.