The Impact of Cryptocurrency on Global Financial Markets

The rapid rise of digital assets has introduced one of the most transformative shifts in modern financial history. What began with the launch of Bitcoin as an experimental peer-to-peer electronic cash system has evolved into a global ecosystem of cryptocurrencies, blockchain platforms, decentralized finance (DeFi), and tokenized assets. This evolution has not only disrupted traditional financial models but also prompted policymakers, institutions, and regulators to reconsider long established economic frameworks.