Crypto raises $2.67B in July driven by Pumpfun and stablecoin growth

Crypto projects raised a total of $2.67 billion in funding during July 2025, reflecting a notable increase in capital flowing into the sector from both institutional and private investors [1]. The surge was largely driven by growing interest in stablecoins and memecoins, with Pumpfun emerging as a prominent platform attracting significant retail and institutional attention. This influx of capital has had immediate effects, boosting liquidity and trading volumes across major crypto platforms and contributing to heightened activity in DeFi and Layer 2 networks.

The stablecoin sector, in particular, played a central role in this funding wave, reinforcing its importance as a foundational element of the broader crypto ecosystem [1]. These tokens are facilitating seamless financial transactions and serving as a bridge between traditional fiat systems and digital assets. The broader adoption of stablecoins is increasingly seen as a key factor in the mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrencies.

TRON reported over $600 billion in monthly stablecoin transfers during July 2025, underscoring the platform's growing role in processing high-volume, low-cost transactions [2]. This level of activity highlights the expanding utility of blockchain networks beyond speculative trading and into practical financial applications.

The trend also reflects the maturing nature of the crypto market, with traditional financial institutions increasingly integrating blockchain technologies into their operations. A significant portion of the raised capital went toward crypto treasuries—platforms that manage digital assets for institutional clients. These services are seen as critical infrastructure for handling large-scale crypto holdings, including custody, compliance, and yield generation.

Circle, a major player in the stablecoin sector, has been a key contributor to market momentum, with its S-1 IPO filing and continued leadership from CEO Jeremy Allaire reinforcing confidence in the model [1]. According to Allaire, "We believe that the evolution of stablecoins will play a crucial role in developing the digital financial ecosystem."

Historically, significant capital inflows have led to liquidity expansions during events such as the 2020 DeFi Summer and the 2021 NFT boom, indicating a pattern of market response to favorable conditions [1]. Analysts suggest that the current influx could lead to short-term volatility but is likely to support medium-term growth in DeFi total value locked (TVL), provided that capital continues to flow into projects with clear utility and real-world applications.

Despite the positive momentum, the sector must continue to demonstrate strong security, compliance, and transparency to maintain investor trust and regulatory support. The $2.67 billion funding round in July 2025 serves as a sign of the evolving sophistication of the crypto market, with broader acceptance by traditional capital markets becoming increasingly evident.

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[1] Crypto attracts $2.67B in funding during July, bolstered by Pumpfun and stablecoin interest

https://cryptoslate.com/crypto-attracts-2-67b-in-funding-during-july-bolstered-by-pumpfun-and-stablecoin-interest/

[2] TRON Surpasses $600B in Monthly Stablecoin Transfers

https://cryptoslate.com/coindesk-data-tron-surpasses-600b-in-monthly-stablecoin-transfers/