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AI Agents and the Future of Cryptocurrencies: What to Expect by 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize the cryptocurrency industry in 2025, according to predictions by Dragonfly Managing Partner, Haseeb Qureshi. He foresees AI agents becoming a dominant force within the crypto community, fundamentally reshaping its operations and narratives.

The Shift from Meme Coins to Advanced AI Systems

Qureshi acknowledges that, for now, AI applications in the blockchain space primarily involve chatbots tied to meme coins. However, these systems are largely controlled behind the scenes by humans. He highlights a notable exception—projects like "Freysa," which represent a departure from this trend.

As the technology evolves, Qureshi predicts that chatbots will replace crypto influencers and bring an end to the popularity of meme coins. By 2026, however, the widespread presence of such AI agents may provoke backlash, leading to a renewed appreciation for content created by real individuals. AI systems themselves could adapt to this shift by pretending to be influencers or evolving into sophisticated "scambots."

“In the future, AI chatbots won’t rely on meme coins for monetization. Instead, they’ll operate like key opinion leaders, leveraging sponsorships, affiliate marketing, and token promotions. Accusations of false influencers being AI-controlled will become a recurring scandal,” Qureshi noted.

AI Innovations in Market Efficiency and Development

Qureshi envisions AI having its greatest long-term impact outside of social media and crypto trading platforms. He believes that AI won’t transform everyone into a successful trader or hedge fund manager. Instead, it will scale users’ capabilities, but this scalability will depend on access to capital, data, and infrastructure.

Existing trading firms with deep resources will benefit most, as AI makes markets more efficient, even in niche sectors. Retail investors, in turn, may face increasing challenges as their competitive advantages diminish.

Meanwhile, the largest breakthroughs could occur in software development. AI-powered tools are expected to cut development costs drastically. Qureshi anticipates that launching an app could require a fraction of current investments—possibly as little as $10,000 for AI cloud computing. This affordability will lead to a surge in application ecosystems and on-chain experiments, reshaping the tech landscape.

“In a post-AI world, the cost of launching software projects will plummet, catalyzing what I call an on-chain renaissance,” Qureshi said.

The Impact on Decentralized Finance and Stablecoins

Cryptocurrency could also influence AI development. Autonomous systems might use digital assets for transactions, particularly as regulatory frameworks for stablecoins evolve. Lenient policies could set the stage for "explosive growth" within the sector, particularly benefiting major players.

Qureshi also believes that self-funded projects such as Hyperliquid and Jupiter, which are currently considered exceptions, will become standard industry practice. Their emergence will encourage experimentation and application diversity.

The Road Ahead

AI’s influence on cryptocurrency is expected to bring "real innovation" to the industry, transforming its core mechanisms. While such changes promise to democratize software creation and enhance efficiency, they also raise concerns about transparency, competition, and ethical considerations.

The fusion of AI and blockchain will undoubtedly unlock new possibilities, but striking a balance between technological advancement and values such as authenticity and decentralization will be critical in navigating this rapidly changing landscape.

What’s certain is that both AI and cryptocurrency are on the brink of a major transformation, paving the way for an exciting and unpredictable future for the digital economy.

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