Article by Chainalysis

Compiled by Chopper, Foresight News

Cryptocurrency is a global movement with entirely different interpretations depending on the observer. For Western asset allocators, it represents a technological upgrade, with tokenized assets poised to reshape asset trading models. For low-income workers in the Global South, it is a lifeline, as stablecoins enable rapid fund transfers and protection against political and economic instability. For ordinary people around the world, it is an alternative investment.

This year’s regional report focuses on an extreme market cycle in crypto history. The reporting period spans from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026: during this time, Bitcoin first reached an all-time high, followed by the…