CoindCX co-founder Sumit Gupta shared his Indian achievements with his X. The 2025 report from Chain Orisis ranks India first for the third year in a row. This is an important milestone for the country’s growing digital assets industry. CoindCX CEO wrote, “Indian hat trick.” He emphasized the country’s control in grassroots adoption. His remarks reflect the confidence within the Indian crypto community.
The report shows that India is ranked first across all metrics. Includes the use of retail activities, institutional flows, and decentralized finance. This broad performance highlights the diverse participation of the nation in digital assets. Both small investors and large institutions are driving growth.
APAC leads global adoption
The Asia-Pacific region has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing hub for crypto adoption. According to chain melting, APAC recorded a 69% increase in chain activity from the previous year. Transaction volume rose from $1.4 trillion to $2.36 trillion in just 12 months. India, Pakistan and Vietnam have surged, indicating regional appetite for crypto-based solutions. Many users turn to digital assets for remittances, payments and investment opportunities.
We have seen strong adoption of stubcoin in particular. It is often used as a hedge against currency volatility. At the same time, North America has strengthened its position and ranked second in each region. The clarity of US regulations supports institutional participation. The approval of the Spot Bitcoin ETF and progress in the Stablecoin law helped justify the market.
Adopting Global South Power
The report notes that adoption is not limited to wealthy countries. Growth is spreading across almost every income band. Emerging economies play a central role in promoting crypto activity around the world. In Latin America, adoption has increased by 63%. There is a strong demand for cross-border payments. Sub-Saharan Africa continued to grow by 52%. This illustrates the role of crypto in remittances and daily transactions. In these regions, digital assets often provide access to stable value when local currency is unstable.
Eastern Europe also showed a higher level of adoption compared to population size. Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia led the adjusted rankings. In these countries, economic uncertainty and limited access to banks make crypto an attractive alternative. Many rely on digital assets for savings and international transfers.
Stablecoins dominate transactions
Stabrecoin continues to be the center of the crypto economy around the world. The report highlights USDT and USDC as two dominant players. From June 2024 to June 2025, USDT processed more than $1 trillion per month. It peaked at $1.14 trillion in January 2025. The USDC recorded even higher activity at times. It ranges from $1.24 trillion to $3.29 trillion per month. These volumes show how the stubcoin turned out. Both institutions and individual investors. They are widely used for payments, transactions and cross-border settlements.
The regulated landscape of stubcoins has also evolved. In the United States, genius acts have sparked institutional interest, even though they have not yet been implemented. Meanwhile, the EU’s MICA framework has enabled the launch of licensed euro-backed stub coins, such as the euro.
Looking ahead
India’s continued leadership emphasizes its position as a global hub for digital assets. The country’s active retail base and growing institutional involvement prioritizes it. If the current trend continues, India can remain at the forefront of crypto adoption for years. At the same time, the report shows that recruitment is now truly global. Millions of people, from Asia to Africa and Latin America, are turning to cryptography for real-world use.
For some, it means investment opportunities. It provides others with stable access to money and financial services. The 2025 report clarifies one point. The adoption of crypto is no longer a niche trend. It is a global movement shaped by diverse needs, from saving wealth to pay. India could lead the rankings. However, momentum is shared between regions and income groups.
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