Regulatory Overhaul Catalyzes Crypto Capital Formation in 2025
- Projected capital formation to exceed $100 billion, surpassing ICO 1.0’s $20 billion.
- Regulatory focus shifts to KYC/AML at exchanges, enabling token-incentivized business models.
- Stripe and EVM L2s lead $1 billion M&A activity in crypto integration by 2026.
This regulatory shift sets a precedent for decentralized capital formation, with major players like Stripe and EVM L2s spearheading industry adaptation through strategic M&A and compliance efforts.