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Cryptocurrencies - Worldwide

Worldwide

The projected revenue in the Cryptocurrencies market for Worldwide is estimated to reach US$56.7bn in 2024.
It is expected to demonstrate a compound annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2025) of -20.01%, resulting in a projected total of US$45.3bn by 2025.
The average revenue per user in the Cryptocurrencies market is anticipated to be US$66.1 in 2024.
When comparing globally, United States is projected to generate the highest revenue, reaching US$9,788.0m in 2024.
The number of users in the Cryptocurrencies market is expected to reach 861.00m users by 2025.
The user penetration rate is estimated to be 11.05% in 2024 and is projected to increase to 11.02% by 2025.
Despite regulatory challenges, the United States remains at the forefront of cryptocurrency innovation and adoption, with major financial institutions and tech companies leading the way.

Key regions: United Kingdom, Brazil, United States, Germany, South Korea

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Analyst Opinion

Currently, the cryptocurrency market has been experiencing a period of volatility, with fluctuations in the value of major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin. The market has also seen a rise in the number of altcoins, or alternative cryptocurrencies, with unique features and use cases.
Several growth factors are driving the growth of the cryptocurrency market, including increasing acceptance and adoption of cryptocurrencies by individuals and institutions, growing interest in decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, and the potential for cryptocurrencies to serve as a hedge against inflation and political instability. Additionally, advancements in blockchain technology and the increasing use of cryptocurrencies for cross-border transactions are also contributing to market growth.
The cryptocurrency market is expected to continue growing in the coming years. The increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies by businesses and individuals, along with the ongoing development of DeFi and other blockchain-based platforms, is likely to fuel this growth. However, the market is also likely to experience volatility and corrections, as is typical with any emerging and rapidly evolving market.

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on transaction values / revenues / assets under management and user data of relevant services and products offered within the FinTech market.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of key players, industry reports, third-party reports, publicly available databases, and survey results from primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, population, internet penetration, smartphone penetration, credit card penetration, and online banking penetration. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war is considered at a country-specific level.