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Home » Crypto Activity in 2024 Surpasses 2021 Peak, Fueled by Bitcoin ETFs
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Crypto Activity in 2024 Surpasses 2021 Peak, Fueled by Bitcoin ETFs

Karly MarieBy Karly MarieSeptember 12, 2024Updated:March 17, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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The cryptocurrency market in 2024 has outpaced the historic 2021 bull run, with global transaction activity surpassing previous peaks, according to Chainalysis’ fifth annual Global Crypto Adoption Index.

Between Q4 2023 and Q1 2024, the total value of crypto transactions skyrocketed, reaching a peak index score of 0.8 in Q4 2024, compared to the previous high of 0.7 in Q4 2021. Despite a slight decline to 0.68 in Q2 2024, this data signals unprecedented growth in crypto adoption.

Bitcoin ETFs: The Catalyst for Crypto’s Growth

The surge in global crypto activity was primarily driven by the launch of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States in January 2024.

According to Chainalysis:

“The launch of the Bitcoin ETF in the US triggered an increase in the total value of Bitcoin activity across all regions.”

  • Institutional investment surged, particularly in North America and Western Europe.
  • Spot Bitcoin ETFs witnessed record-breaking adoption rates, with financial advisors integrating Bitcoin exposure faster than any ETF in history.

Institutional vs. Retail Adoption: A Diverging Trend

While institutional participation fueled Bitcoin’s rise, retail and professional-sized transactions involving stablecoins saw notable growth in low-income regions, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America.

This suggests a growing reliance on stablecoins as financial instruments in emerging markets, where economic instability drives demand for more stable digital assets.

Bitcoin ETF Growth Persists Despite Massive Outflows

Despite their meteoric rise, Bitcoin ETFs have experienced volatility.

  • September 2024 saw $1.2 billion in outflows from 11 US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs in just eight days.
  • Analysts remain optimistic, viewing ETF adoption as a long-term driver of mainstream crypto integration.

What’s Next for Crypto in 2024?

With Bitcoin ETFs setting new benchmarks for financial adoption and institutional interest growing, crypto’s mainstream acceptance is stronger than ever. While challenges remain, including regulatory scrutiny and market fluctuations, the current trajectory suggests that 2024 could be a defining year for digital assets

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