Bitcoin could hit $1 million by 2030 as crypto market explodes to $28 trillion
The cryptocurrency market is set for massive growth by 2030, with Bitcoin potentially reaching up to $1 million per coin. New forecasts suggest the entire sector could expand to $28 trillion in value. Major stock exchanges and financial institutions are now pushing ahead with blockchain-based trading systems to support this shift.
ARK Invest’s latest research predicts the crypto market will grow at a 61% annual rate, hitting $28 trillion by 2030. Bitcoin alone could dominate 70% of this total, with its price climbing between $950,000 and $1 million per coin. Institutional demand is already rising, as Bitcoin ETFs and corporate investors now hold 12% of the total Bitcoin supply.
Traditional stock exchanges are also embracing blockchain technology. The Nasdaq plans to tokenise every listed stock starting in 2026, while the NYSE is developing a platform that blends its Pillar matching engine with blockchain for post-trade processing. The NYSE’s system is still awaiting regulatory approval. Beyond Bitcoin, smart contract platforms like Ethereum and Solana could reach a combined market size of $6 trillion by 2030. Meanwhile, tokenized real-world assets—such as stocks, bonds, and property—are expected to surge from $22 billion today to $11 trillion within the same period.
The rapid expansion of crypto and blockchain-based assets is reshaping global finance. With Bitcoin potentially nearing $1 million and tokenized markets growing exponentially, exchanges and institutions are adapting quickly. Regulatory approvals and institutional adoption will likely determine how fast these changes unfold.
