What is DeFAI? The AI-enabled DeFi narrative looking to take 2025 by storm

AI-driven DeFi projects aim to simplify finance with real-time insights, trading, and personalized strategies, but face hurdles in transparency and security.

Jan 15, 2025

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The intersection of artificial intelligence and decentralized finance (DeFi) is poised to redefine the financial landscape as we approach 2025. With innovative projects aiming to enhance trading strategies and provide real-time insights, the DeFAI narrative is gaining traction, despite challenges related to transparency and security. Meanwhile, Standard Chartered sees Bitcoin as a promising investment opportunity, recommending purchases below $90,000 while projecting a year-end price of $200,000. In a show of philanthropy amidst regulatory battles, Ripple has donated $100,000 in XRP for wildfire relief in California. Additionally, changes in accounting rules are transforming Bitcoin from a speculative asset into a corporate essential, signaling a shift in institutional demand that could significantly impact the market. Stay tuned for these developments and more in today's newsletter!

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The global crypto market cap is $3.47 trillion, with a 24-hour volume of $140.59 billion. The price of Bitcoin is $99,314.51, and BTC market dominance is 56.7%. The price of Ethereum is $3,340.05, and ETH market dominance is 11.6%. The best-performing sector is Art, which gained 29%. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index is currently Greed (70).