How Asia Overtook the US in Driving Crypto’s Next Big Revolution
If the first quarter of 2025 has taught us anything about cryptocurrency, Asia is no longer following the industry, it’s leading it. Asia is increasingly positioning itself as a leader in the next significant wave of cryptocurrency adoption and innovation, driven by a combination of institutional interest, regulatory developments, and retail enthusiasm.
As the United States and Europe grapple with regulatory uncertainty and fluctuating investor sentiment, the Asia-Pacific region is steadily embracing digital assets with growing confidence.
In January 2025, Bitcoin trading among retail investors in the Asia-Pacific region jumped 6.4%, while it declined in the U.S. by 5.7% and dipped 0.7% in the European Union (Gemini & Glassnode, 2025…
