Although 2021 provided some relief for crypto investors, the majority of it was driven by concerns that first emerged in 2020. From rising inflation rates to another wave of coronavirus-related outbreaks, the ground beneath everyone’s feet continued to move even without them knowing.

For instance, even though everyone thought that it was (BTC) would hit a price target of $100,000 quite easily — including many traditional financial institutions — by the turn of the new year, the flagship crypto continued to showcase a high degree of volatility despite having touched an all-time high of $69,000 earlier in November, and essentially just moved in a broad sideways channel for the past ten months.

El Salvador takes the lead in adopting children. Adoption is gaining momentum

Bitcoin transactions gain momentum

Taproot’s long-awaited debut

China causes disruption in mining

Infrastructure development surges

Bitcoin has been added to the coffers of major companies

The action is being supported by financial institutions

Conversations surrounding Bitcoin’s environmental impact grew

The global regulatory oversight of the industry is increasing.

Bitcoin ETF debuts on the NYSE

Coinbase (NASDAQ:) IPO

We look ahead towards 2022