Zcash tops Q4 2025 privacy coin surge; analyst sees path to $1,000

In Q4 2025, privacy coins led by Zcash emerged as top performers, with ZEC up over 600%. ZEC spiked more than 1000% in October to $751, then fell to $320 by early December; at press time it traded near $539. A pseudonymous analyst argues a shrinking float could support a move toward $1,000.