MV Global CIO Tom Dunleavy Shares Bullish 2025 Crypto Price Predictions

In a price prediction shared on X, Tom Dunleavy, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at MV Global—formerly known as Master Ventures—outlined his bullish

Tom Dunleavy, Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at MV Global (formerly known as Master Ventures), has shared his bullish price predictions for major cryptocurrencies in 2025.

MV Global is a blockchain-focused venture studio that builds infrastructure companies to advance blockchain adoption, with investments in Coinbase, Kraken, Ripple, Circle, and Bitfinex.

Dunleavy’s projections anticipate Bitcoin (BTC) reaching $250,000 and Ethereum (ETH) hitting $12,000 by the year’s end. Solana (SOL) is also expected to see a surge, reaching $700.

These projections are based on an analysis that draws parallels between historical economic shifts and the current policy movements within the United States.

Dunleavy compares the present crypto climate to the economic landscape of the 1970s in the US, highlighting President Nixon’s termination of the Gold Standard in 1971 as a crucial pivot point.

“If we look at the 1970s in the US, then President Nixon’s ending of the Gold Standard in 1971 could be seen as a similar pivot point as the shift we see with the Trump administration’s embrace of crypto,” he said.

Following Nixon’s move, gold prices surged about sixfold within three years before experiencing a retracement, ultimately reaching a peak of twenty times the initial value by the decade’s end. Dunleavy suggests that a comparable trajectory could unfold for Bitcoin and altcoins under the upcoming administration's policies.

Here's a closer look at Dunleavy's quarterly Bitcoin and crypto predictions for 2025:

Q1 2025: Anticipating a sharp uptrend fueled by increasing excitement around the new administration. “Trump’s first 100 days lead to a realization that the crypto agenda is actually top of mind,” said Dunleavy.

He expects a rapid market start, facilitated by the Biden administration’s cooperation in the transition process. Significant legislative advancements are anticipated within the first 100 days, particularly concerning market structure and stablecoins.

“We also place a higher chance on meaningful progress towards a BTC strategic reserve and the game theory of subsequent nation state adoption,” Dunleavy adds. However, a market correction is expected as the US tax season approaches, with March historically being a challenging month for Bitcoin.

Q2 2025: The second quarter is projected to witness a gradual yet consistent upward movement as institutional investors increasingly enter the asset class. “Slow but steady march upward as more institutions come on board,” Dunleavy writes.

He highlights the potential approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs by major Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) and brokerage firms such as Merrill Lynch and Charles Schwab.

“ETH leads as the lack of a SOL ETF is a short-term impediment to institutional flows,” he noted, indicating that Ethereum may benefit more immediately from institutional adoption compared to Solana.

Q3 2025: Summer is expected to bring a period of consolidation, with prices experiencing sideways movement. “Summer lull. Prices chop down,” Dunleavy predicts. The introduction of a spot Solana ETF or other crypto ETFs could provide a catalyst to break this stagnation.

September is identified by the CIO as a critical month for potential Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rulings, which could significantly influence market dynamics.

Q4 2025: The final quarter is anticipated to see a robust surge towards the year’s end, culminating in a blow-off top scenario. “Strong flurry into year end. Blow off top that we think bleeds into Q1 2026. This cycle peaks well into 2026 as the passive ETF bid keeps a very strong floor,” Dunleavy concludes.

At press time, BTC is trading at $100,812.