CME Group reported record cryptocurrency trading volumes for the fourth quarter of 2024, achieving an average daily volume of $10 billion. This figure represents a 300% increase compared to the same period last year, reflecting a surge in institutional demand for crypto derivatives. The trading volumes reached an all-time high as competition in the cryptocurrency market intensified. Additionally, @base reached an all-time high in quarterly transactions during Q4 2024, with its gas target set at 25 mgas/s, indicating improved transaction efficiency and lower costs for users. The developments in both CME Group's trading activities and @base's performance highlight the growing momentum in the cryptocurrency sector as 2025 begins.