What were the best-performing crypto narratives in 2025? New research data reveals some interesting findings.
Three narratives dominated the gains: Real World Assets (RWA) captured significant attention as traditional finance increasingly explores blockchain integration. Layer 1 blockchains remained competitive, driven by continued infrastructure improvements and adoption momentum. Meanwhile, Made in USA-themed projects benefited from regional positioning and institutional interest.
These three categories outpaced other narratives in returns throughout the year, reflecting broader shifts in where capital has been flowing within the crypto space.
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ProxyCollector
· 14h ago
RWA this wave really shows that traditional finance is starting to take it seriously, but on the other hand, L1 isn't dead yet. It seems everyone wants to create their own chain.
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RugDocScientist
· 14h ago
RWA's rise this time is truly no joke; traditional finance folks have finally woken up.
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ZenChainWalker
· 14h ago
RWA is really taking off this time. Traditional finance money is starting to flow onto the chain. This is the real narrative, unlike some concept coins that blow air every day.
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OnchainGossiper
· 15h ago
RWA has really taken off this time, even more explosive than the Bitcoin spot ETF back then... But on the other hand, the "Made in USA" concept is also heavily hyped, isn't it?
What were the best-performing crypto narratives in 2025? New research data reveals some interesting findings.
Three narratives dominated the gains: Real World Assets (RWA) captured significant attention as traditional finance increasingly explores blockchain integration. Layer 1 blockchains remained competitive, driven by continued infrastructure improvements and adoption momentum. Meanwhile, Made in USA-themed projects benefited from regional positioning and institutional interest.
These three categories outpaced other narratives in returns throughout the year, reflecting broader shifts in where capital has been flowing within the crypto space.