Bitcoin Network 2025: Strategic Reserves, Record Highs, and Q4 Crash
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 28 2025- Strategic Reserve Formation: Following President Trump's approval of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, institutional and state adoption surged, propelling Bitcoin to over $126,000 in 2025, reflecting growing recognition of crypto assets in traditional finance.
- Increased Market Volatility: Despite Bitcoin becoming the fifth-largest asset by market cap between July and August, it faced a $19 billion liquidation event in October, leading to a bearish sentiment and significantly diminishing investor hopes for a rally.
- Network Challenges: The Bitcoin mainnet saw no major advancements in 2025, with limited programmability hindering expansion despite increased adoption of layer-2 solutions like the Lightning Network, resulting in higher mining difficulty and pressure on miners' profitability.
- Shift to Traditional Assets: As the market enters a bear cycle, investors are pivoting to traditional assets like gold, indicating a potential end to Bitcoin's four-year cycle, with future price movements likely driven by demand fluctuations rather than halving events.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
