The year 2024 saw significant developments in the crypto space, including a surge in activity, lower transaction fees, the practical application of stablecoins, and the approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds. As 2025 begins, a16z partner Daren Matsuoka highlights five key indicators to watch. Firstly, the popularity of mobile crypto wallets, which serve as an informal indicator of retail investor interest. Secondly, the need for blockchain developers to find the right balance between security, privacy, and usability to drive broader adoption. Thirdly, the potential for major innovation in mobile crypto wallets to emerge from Asia. Fourthly, the growing traction of stablecoin payments. Finally, the rise of decentralized exchanges, which are slowly eating into centralized exchanges' market share. Tracking transaction fees and demand for blockspace will help gauge the progress of the crypto industry.



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