Should Your Small Business Invest in Crypto in 2025?

If you are a small business wondering whether you should jump on the crypto wagon this year you are probably not alone. Many business owners have thought about divesting into digital assets since crypto became mainstream. However, some common concerns that hinder them from leaping are security and safety, uncertainty, and ever-changing regulations. All of these can make you wonder if it is worth the risk or not.

Although crypto has been around for over a decade, it is still not fully matured. The top five digital assets Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, Ripple, and Solana have been around for a while and are the common choices for businesses looking to invest in traditional cryptos. However, new projects like Solaxy are gaining the attention of investors looking for something fresh. Solaxy is Solana’s only Layer-2 solution so far and it is meant to address congestion issues on the Solana network. As of the time of writing, the Solaxy crypto presale has raised over $18.7 million.

Raising such an amount shows that retail investors and businesses are interested in innovative crypto projects. And so might you. Let's take a look at historical data to get an idea of the prospects involved with crypto investments. Looking at a traditional crypto like Bitcoin, if your business had invested in the token in the last five years, you would have gotten a +1,028% Return on Investment (ROI). And if it was in the last year, the ROI would have been +134%, which is still pretty good. But don't feel bad if you missed these opportunities. New crypto projects like Solaxy pop up all the time, giving investors new opportunities to jump on board during presale and when they go public with their Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs).

As a small business, there are two ways you can go about investing in crypto—using other people’s money or your own money. Using other people’s money for business has always been a cornerstone of business ventures. Simply start by accepting payments in crypto, particularly in Tether (USDT). This is the equivalent of the US dollar and the price is always a dollar, so you have nothing to worry about volatility. As a company, Tether has consistently generated billions in profit showing that the company is stable and that investors believe in its token. In January, the company reported that it generated over $13 billion in profits in 2024.

The second option is buying tokens on crypto exchange platforms with your money and holding them for capital gains. This is more of a long-term strategy. To make the most of this plan, buy tokens during presales because they are sold at discounted prices. Solaxy, for example, is currently going for $0.001628. With just $1,000, you can scoop up a sizeable amount for your business.

However, do not ignore the risks. Every new administration comes with its policies. The good news is that the Trump administration has shown positive sentiments towards crypto. Recently, he signed an executive order to create a sovereign wealth fund and many speculate that the government might be gearing up to invest in Bitcoin.

Every investment is risky. But so is choosing not to invest. Don't get left out in 2025. Give it a try and see what happens. Just be sure to do your due diligence and start small.