European Crypto Media Faces 82% Traffic Decline Amid Regulatory Shifts
Western Europe's crypto media landscape is collapsing under regulatory pressure and algorithmic changes, with 82% of outlets losing traffic in Q1 2025. Outset PR's analysis of 133 media platforms reveals a paradox: while crypto ownership exceeds 15% in Slovenia, Italy, and Croatia, and Europe's on-chain value hit $500 billion (21% of global activity), channels are failing to capitalize on growing interest.
The Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework emerges as a key disruptor. As the EU's regulatory hammer falls, once-vibrant Web3 news platforms struggle to adapt. This media vacuum creates unforeseen challenges for projects seeking visibility in a market where attention is fragmenting across decentralized platforms.