Trading is more than just analysing trading instruments and charts. It requires a deep understanding of market conditions, patterns and effective risk management. All these technical aspects are certainly important, but they are not enough to become a truly successful trader. After all, the psychological spectrum plays an equally important role - the ability to control your emotions, correctly assess the situation and make informed decisions even under pressure.

At first glance, trading tournaments may seem like just another entertainment for traders. However, their popularity has a much deeper meaning — the impact on the market, the behaviour of participants, and the overall state of the industry. Today, they have become a powerful tool in the hands of cryptocurrency exchanges: tournaments help attract new users, maintain liquidity, and stimulate activity on the platforms, especially during periods of low volatility. But why are these competitions not only an element of entertainment but also part of a marketing strategy?

The first quarter of 2025 was a landmark for the industry, as global economic changes opened up both new opportunities and challenges for cryptocurrencies. There is a noticeable trend away from meme coins and speculative hype around stablecoins towards projects with more fundamental developments. In their new report ‘Crypto Market Recap: Q1 2025’, CryptoRank analysts have summarised the key events and trends of this period. We will discuss the main findings of the report in today's article.

In the world of crypto, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype, especially when new projects are promised ‘to the Moon’ and the market reacts to every tweet. But amidst all this noise, there are always valuable voices that bring us back to reality.

After a euphoric rise at the end of 2024, the crypto market greeted 2025 with high expectations — but instead of another rally, the industry faced a sharp decline. Already in the first quarter, the market capitalisation fell by 18.6%, dropping to $2.8 trillion after a short-term surge to $3.8 trillion on the eve of the inauguration of US President Donald Trump. According to CoinGecko analysts, trading activity also declined significantly, with average daily volumes falling by 27.3% to $146 billion.

The crypto industry is becoming an increasingly competitive environment every year, so more and more companies are forced not only to adapt, but also to quickly look for new growth points. High competition and general market volatility force projects to think strategically, and this is where building a strong product ecosystem comes to the fore.

Every year, more and more institutional investors — hedge funds, large corporations and banks — are showing interest in crypto. This growth in interest can be attributed to several factors, including the successful launch of the Bitcoin ETF and the potential approval of the Ethereum ETF. In addition, crypto assets provide investors with many opportunities to diversify their portfolios, reduce risks and find new sources of income.

Every year, the crypto market attracts more and more traders and investors, turning into an increasingly competitive environment. If we look back at the situation a few years ago, educational courses were one of the main tools for attracting users. Webinars, online courses, and training programmes helped traders learn the basics of working with cryptocurrencies.

Cryptocurrencies offer many opportunities for traders and investors. One of these opportunities is crypto loans, which allow you to quickly access liquidity without having to sell your assets.