Crypto Industry Faces Realignment as 2025 Becomes a ‘Trump Year’ of Overestimation Yat Siu, co-founder of Animoca Brands, reflects on 2025 as a pivotal year characterized by overconfidence in the political influence of Donald Trump. Contrary to expectations that Trump’s presidency would bolster crypto markets, Bitcoin experienced its fourth annual decline, and meme coin liquidity was heavily influenced by political narratives. Industry insiders warn that the sector’s optimism was misplaced, emphasizing a shift toward pragmatic strategies in 2026. Key Takeaways Crypto markets underperformed in 2025 amid overestimated political influence, with Bitcoin declining for the fourth year in a row. Market leaders like Animoca Brands plan to utilize reverse mergers to create a liquid proxy for altcoin exposure in public markets. The anticipated regulatory clarity, including the Clarity and GENIUS Acts, could catalyze broader adoption and tokenization of real-world assets. 2026 is poised to be the...