The year 2025 is set to be a pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency industry. Volodymyr Nosov, founder and CEO of WhiteBIT Group, shared his insights and predictions for the evolution of the crypto ecosystem in the coming year.
One of the most significant factors shaping the market will be the widespread legalization and regulation of cryptocurrencies.
“More and more countries will adopt clear legislative frameworks, providing a powerful catalyst for the global expansion of the crypto ecosystem,” Nosov explained. He emphasized that these regulatory advancements will lay the foundation for the industry’s growth in 2025.
Nosov also highlighted the increasing integration of decentralized finance (DeFi) with traditional banking systems, creating new possibilities for lending and insurance.
“Digital assets are becoming more embedded in the real economy. Businesses are already using them as payment methods, and blockchain technology is being applied across various sectors, from logistics to energy,” he noted.
The key technologies driving the industry forward, according to Nosov, include artificial intelligence (AI), GameFi, and metaverses.
“2025 will be defined by a synergy of innovation and regulation. Striking a balance between the two will foster a mature ecosystem, attract more users, and sustain growth,” he predicted.
Institutional interest in cryptocurrencies is also on the rise, and WhiteBIT is actively engaging with this segment.
“We’re observing a steady trend — banks, funds, and large corporations are integrating cryptocurrencies into their portfolios and offering crypto-related services to clients. The demand for instruments like ETFs and derivatives on cryptocurrencies continues to grow,” Nosov observed.
WhiteBIT now serves over 1,300 institutional clients and has significantly expanded its platform’s functionality to cater to this audience. These efforts have already yielded results: in 2024, the trading volume on WhiteBIT exchange reached $2.7 trillion.
From a technological standpoint, Nosov emphasized WhiteBIT’s competitive edge.
“Our platform can process over 700,000 transactions per second, making it one of the fastest in the industry,” he stated.
Looking ahead, WhiteBIT plans to expand its operations in Italy, Croatia, and Kazakhstan starting in early 2025.
“In December, we received VASP (Virtual Asset Service Provider) authorization in these countries, enabling us to deploy our products there. We are forging partnerships and establishing local infrastructure,” Nosov concluded.
