How Crypto Took Over 2024: A Data-Driven Look | by Gokhan Polat ☀️ | Coinmonks | Mar, 2025

According to Chainalysis, Europe became the largest crypto economy in 2023, accounting for over 25% of global transaction volume…

Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology are no longer niche innovations—they are reshaping the global financial system at an unprecedented pace. According to Chainalysis, Europe became the largest crypto economy in 2023, accounting for over 25% of global transaction volume. This signals a major shift in how digital assets are integrated into mainstream financial markets.

But beyond transaction volume, the broader impact of crypto is undeniable. From decentralized finance (DeFi) to tokenized assets and cross-border payments, blockchain technology is redefining traditional finance (TradFi) and opening new economic opportunities worldwide.

The numbers tell a compelling story. CoinGecko’s 2024 Annual Crypto Industry Report reveals that the total market capitalization of crypto assets surged by 98% in 2024, reaching $3.91 trillion at its peak before stabilizing at $3.40 trillion by the end of Q4.

• In Q4 alone, the market cap grew by 45.7%, underscoring sustained investor confidence.