Privacy coin track gains momentum in 2025: ZEC and XMR break through key price levels

Regulatory Upgrades Drive Demand for Privacy Assets

The increasing refinement of cryptocurrency regulatory frameworks over the past year has produced unexpected results: investor demand for privacy protection has actually strengthened. As most mainstream coins become progressively transparent through integration with traditional financial systems, some projects remain committed to the original ideals of cryptocurrencies—asset sovereignty and privacy independence.

Although regions like the EU have implemented restrictions on privacy coins, this has instead attracted more participants seeking asset protection. In early 2025, the privacy coin sector experienced accelerated growth, possibly driven by year-end tax considerations, while also reflecting ongoing market demand for decentralized privacy solutions.

Monero(XMR): Leader in Steady Growth

As one of the most mature privacy coins, Monero has grown over 125% in the past 12 months, outperforming many major competing coins. During market fluctuations, XMR has demonstrated excellent resilience, repeatedly reaching new highs.

From a price pattern perspective, once the closing price stabilizes above $433, XMR could challenge the 2021 high of $519. If this critical support level holds, reaching four-digit prices is not an unattainable goal.

Zcash(ZEC): Continued Climb After Breakout

Zcash’s recent performance has been even more impressive. Driven by support from the community and industry insiders, ZEC surged 737.71% within less than a year, reaching an astonishing high of $3,190. The current price is around $405.91, still room for correction from the previous peak of $700.

Technically, ZEC started from $70, confirmed support at $311 during oscillations, and later found support at $514. If the key support level of $422 holds, the January targets point to the $565 and $676 ranges. The overall outlook indicates that as long as significant pullbacks are effectively prevented, breaking the psychological barrier of $1,000 could happen in the short term.

Four-Digit Outlook for Privacy Assets

The greatest test for privacy coins will unfold gradually in January—whether seasonal tax factors and market stability can advance in tandem. Based on chart patterns and market sentiment, both ZEC and XMR are within reach of four-digit prices. The key lies in whether support levels can be maintained and whether the market will continue to reinforce focus on privacy assets in the new year.

The revival of the privacy coin sector reflects cryptocurrency market participants’ pursuit of diversified asset allocation, while also reminding us—in an era of increased regulation—that projects committed to their original ideals often stand to gain unique opportunities.