Cryptos: Watershed year for cryptocurrencies as institutions dip their toes

THIS can be considered a watershed year for cryptocurrencies as the entry of institutions into the space marked the beginning of a shift in perception of digital assets and currencies, which were previously labelled as tools for illicit activities. Noticeably, there has been a marked increase in crypto-related headlines throughout the year as banks and companies announced crypto ventures, against the background of cryptocurrency prices reaching record highs.