VanEck forecasts Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana to reach new ATHs in 2025, fueled by U.S. adoption, innovation, and blockchain AI integration.
VanEck, an asset management firm, has predicted that Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana will achieve new all-time highs (ATH) in 2025.
The firm’s December 13 report delineated key market trends and anticipated that a cryptocurrency bull cycle would reach its zenith in the first quarter of the year, followed by corrections and a return to historic highs in the fourth quarter.
VanEck Anticipates That Bitcoin Will Surpass $180,000 Amid Its Adoption In United States
VanEck anticipates that the price of Bitcoin (BTC) will surpass $180,000 by the conclusion of 2025.
The asset manager predicts a substantial increase in adoption, which may include the establishment of a Bitcoin strategic reserve by the United States. In the report, it mentions,
“We expect the U.S., or individual states like Texas, Florida, or Pennsylvania, to add Bitcoin to their reserves to strengthen fiscal resilience.”
Increased corporate holdings and the adoption of Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) are also anticipated to contribute to Bitcoin’s price increase.
At the same time, it is expected that public and private entities will accumulate more than 1.1 million BTC by 2025, surpassing the amount of BTC that Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, is believed to have held.
Nevertheless, VanEck cautions against market volatility in 2025, predicting a 30% retracement during the summer months, followed by a recovery later in the year.
The company recognizes speculative market activity, such as declining Bitcoin dominance and high funding rates, as indicators of potential market corrections.
Breakout Prices Are Anticipated For Ethereum, Solana
By the conclusion of 2025, the price of Ethereum (ETH) is anticipated to surpass $6,000 due to the development of its Layer-2 ecosystem and the implementation of innovations such as blob space.
VanEck anticipates exceeding $1 billion in fees from Ethereum’s blob space utilization, which enables the scaling and data storage of Layer-2 solutions.
It is also anticipated that the institutional adoption of Ethereum ETPs will be improved by the incorporation of staking capabilities.
Another cryptocurrency, Solana (SOL), is anticipated to trade at a price exceeding $500. The report acknowledges Solana’s increasing presence in the decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible token (NFT) ecosystems, as well as its progress in scalability. According to VanEck’s SOL price analysis, Solana’s emphasis on low-cost, high-speed transactions indicates that it is a formidable competitor for growth.
Other altcoins, including Sui (SUI), are also anticipated to experience substantial price increases. VanEck anticipates that SUI will surpass $10 during the same time frame.
Market Is Being Transformed By AI, Blockchain Innovation
The transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) agents in blockchain ecosystems is underscored in VanEck’s report.
By 2025, it is anticipated that over one million AI agents will be operational on-chain, automating duties in gaming, social media, and DeFi.
These agents enhance strategies and broaden the scope of blockchain applications beyond conventional finance.
The company also anticipates that Bitcoin Layer-2 networks will accumulate 100,000 BTC in total value locked (TVL), which is a substantial increase from the current levels.
The objective of these networks is to improve the scalability of Bitcoin and facilitate its integration into decentralized finance ecosystems.
Tokenized Assets, Stablecoins To Promote Utility
It is anticipated that stablecoins will continue to expand their influence in global commerce, with daily settlement volumes expected to surpass $300 billion by 2025.
Subsequently, VanEck attributes this expansion to the adoption of the technology by significant technology companies and payment networks.
It is also anticipated that stablecoin usage will increase by fivefold in cross-border remittance markets, such as U.S.-Mexico transfers.
Furthermore, the value of tokenized securities is anticipated to surpass $50 billion by 2025, as a result of the migration of traditional assets to blockchain platforms and institutional interest.
The firm posits that the transition will be facilitated by public and private blockchain standards, which will establish tokenized securities as a fundamental element of the evolving financial system.
