Unlock Success in 2025: Key Insights from Crypto Report
With $9.54 billion raised across 870 projects in 2024, the market has entered a new era of maturity and innovation.
Jan 27, 2025
3 min read
As the crypto landscape evolves, raising funds in 2025 is both an exciting opportunity and a strategic challenge. With $9.54 billion raised across 870 projects in 2024, the market has entered a new era of maturity and innovation. To succeed, understanding emerging trends, regulatory frameworks, and the latest strategies is critical.
Here’s a quick look at the key takeaways from our 2025 Crypto Fundraising Report:
Evolving Trends and Opportunities
2024 was a transformative year, marked by record-breaking fundraising numbers and sectoral shifts:
Infrastructure led the pack, securing $2.33 billion, driven by scalability and interoperability solutions.
DeFi experienced a resurgence, with innovations like restaking protocols contributing to $1.25 billion raised.
Social platforms emerged as a surprising leader, raising $1.15 billion, reflecting the growing demand for decentralized and user-owned ecosystems.
The rise of ETFs and increased institutional adoption provided the foundation for these trends, positioning crypto as a legitimate asset class.
Choosing the Right Fundraising Model
From equity-based rounds to tokenized sales and hybrid approaches, selecting the right fundraising strategy can make or break a project.
Equity-based models dominated in 2024, accounting for 50% of funds raised, offering investors governance rights and long-term equity stakes.
Hybrid models are on the rise, blending the flexibility of tokens with the stability of equity to attract diverse investor profiles.
Tokenized fundraising remains relevant but faces increasing scrutiny, requiring robust compliance measures.
Our report dives into the pros and cons of each model, helping you align your strategy with market demands.
The Role of Compliance
In today’s regulatory-driven environment, compliance is no longer optional—it’s a competitive advantage.
Projects with strong KYC/KYB frameworks secured funding 15% faster in 2024.
Europe’s MiCA framework provided clarity and confidence for investors, setting a benchmark for global regulations.
Prolonged private sales highlight the importance of building trust and transparency with investors.
With insights from Synaps’ expertise in compliance solutions, the report provides actionable tips to streamline your fundraising efforts.
Insights from Industry Leaders
Learn from standout projects and the strategies that secured millions in funding.
Discover how EigenLayer’s restaking innovation became a DeFi game-changer.
Unpack the success of Layer-1 giants like Avalanche, who raised $250 million to drive ecosystem growth.
Gain inspiration from decentralized social platforms redefining user engagement and ownership.
These real-world examples showcase the importance of innovation, adaptability, and strategic partnerships in today’s competitive market.
Whether you’re launching your first project or refining your fundraising strategy, our 2025 Crypto Fundraising Report offers the insights you need to thrive in the ever-evolving crypto space.
👉 Download the full report here and equip yourself with the tools to navigate 2025’s opportunities and challenges.
