The year's standout stats: ▪️ 716M: The estimated number of people worldwide who owned crypto in 2025, up 16% year over year as adoption continued to broaden. ▪️ 28M: The number of cryptocurrencies created by November 2025, highlighting how easy token creation has become. ▪️ $4.4T: The all-time high for total crypto market capitalization in 2025, reached as Bitcoin hit $126K and broader markets followed. ▪️ $112B: The total value of Bitcoin held in U.S. spot ETFs by year-end, underscoring how quickly regulated vehicles became a major channel for exposure. ▪️ $4,400: Gold traded above $4,400 per ounce on Dec. 22, marking a new all-time high after a 68% gain in 2025.(Nexo)