Crypto-Native Asset Managers Quadruple Onchain Capital in 2025
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Onchain Capital Growth: Crypto-native asset managers have increased their onchain capital from $1 billion to over $4 billion in 2025, driven by institutions integrating DeFi into financial products and deploying significant capital into major DeFi protocols.
Institutional Confidence in DeFi: The influx of institutional capital into DeFi is enhancing market stability and shifting perceptions, as investors adopt risk-managed strategies, indicating a move towards viewing DeFi as a complementary financial layer rather than unregulated shadow finance.
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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.






