Crypto industry sees major growth in 2024 with new stars emerging

In 2024, the cryptocurrency industry saw significant growth, with Bitcoin surpassing $100,000. New players emerged, particularly in crypto gaming and meme coins, contributing to the sector's expansion. Sasha Plotvinov's Notcoin became a leading play-to-earn game on Telegram, attracting 35 million users and inspiring other successful games. Dylan Abruscato's Crypto: The Game also gained traction, leading to its acquisition by Uniswap. Influencer Ansem gained popularity on social media, while Alon's Pump.fun platform drove a surge in meme coin trading. Jack Booth's TON Society fostered community growth in Telegram's decentralized network, and Iggy Azalea's $MOTHER meme coin achieved notable success.