These Are the 5 Biggest Cryptocurrency Winners of 2025. Can They Carry the Momentum Into 2026?

Cryptocurrency Market Overview - The cryptocurrency market in 2025 experienced unusual trends, with major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum declining, while lesser-known cryptocurrencies saw significant gains [1] - The five biggest winners of 2025 included Bitcoin Cash, Zcash, Monero, Pax Gold, and MYX Finance [1] Bitcoin Cash - Bitcoin Cash, a spinoff of Bitcoin, increased in value by over 30% in 2025, contrasting with Bitcoin's 5% decline [1][2] Privacy Coins - Privacy coins gained significant attention in 2025, with Zcash surging by 782% and Monero by 122% [3] - Despite their impressive returns, privacy coins may lose appeal for average investors, with Zcash already down 17% in the current year [4][6] Gold Stablecoins - Gold stablecoins, particularly Pax Gold, rose nearly 70% in 2025, reflecting the nearly 70% increase in gold prices [5][6] - Pax Gold is expected to maintain its upward momentum as a safe-haven asset amid macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties [7] MYX Finance - MYX Finance, a decentralized perpetual futures exchange, initially traded flat before experiencing a significant rise to $19 in September and October 2025, but has since fallen to $5 [6][8]