Crypto's 2025 Boom and Bust: What Comes Next?

Cryptocurrency prices soared for most of 2025. This surge coincided with President Trump's pledge to establish the United States as a global leader in the digital asset sector. Now, a sharp and severe market sell-off has shaken investor confidence. The dramatic shift has left the industry asking one question: what happens now? The recent crash highlights the extreme volatility, or price swings, that remain common in crypto markets. It also raises questions about the sector's stability amid changing political promises.