Privacy Coins Surge Amid Macro Tensions: Monero Hits New ATH
Privacy-focused cryptocurrencies are gaining significant traction amid heightened macroeconomic uncertainty, with $XMR reaching a new all-time high near $598–$646, supported by strong trading volume exceeding $330–$497 million in the last 24 hours.
Other privacy coins such as $ZEC , $DASH and Beldex (BDX) have also outperformed, posting gains of 40–50% or more in recent periods, as highlighted in Q4 2025 analyses from Grayscale and KuCoin.
This performance appears driven by increased demand for enhanced privacy and safe-haven characteristics during risk-off environments, similar to traditional assets like gold, rather than purely on-chain factors.
While regulatory risks persist, particularly under evolving frameworks like MiCA and FATF, ongoing adoption of privacy tools may continue to support the sector. Investors should monitor macro developments and manage exposure carefully.
