Crypto Industry Hits Record $8.6 Billion in M&A Deals in 2025
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 24 2025- Increased Deal Activity: The crypto industry recorded 267 transactions worth $8.6 billion in 2025, marking an 18% increase from 2024, indicating a strong market recovery and renewed investor confidence.
- Major Acquisition Cases: Coinbase's $2.9 billion acquisition of derivatives trading platform Deribit stands as the largest deal in the crypto sector, highlighting accelerated industry consolidation and enhancing Coinbase's competitive position.
- Traditional Finance Integration: Kraken's $1.5 billion acquisition of retail futures trading platform NinjaTrader represents the largest integration between traditional finance and crypto, expected to drive synergies and expand market share.
- IPO Surge: The crypto sector saw 11 IPOs raising $14.6 billion in 2025, a significant increase from just $310 million in 2024, reflecting growing market acceptance of crypto assets and attracting more investor interest.
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.
