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During the mid-2020s, the cryptocurrency market continued to experience significant institutional adoption and technological development. Major digital assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum remained dominant in market capitalization, while new blockchain projects focused on scalability, decentralized finance (DeFi), and real-world asset tokenization. In 2025 and early 2026, several financial institutions expanded their exposure to cryptocurrencies through exchange-traded funds (ETFs), custody services, and blockchain infrastructure investments. Regulatory frameworks also became more defined in major economies, with governments introducing clearer compliance rules for crypto exchanges, stablecoins, and digital asset taxation. At the same time, the broader financial market saw increasing interaction between traditional equities and digital assets. Technology companies involved in artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, and blockchain infrastructure attracted strong investor interest.