But here's the kicker: 73% of US crypto users plan to keep investing in 2025. That's a lot of people betting on digital coins.
The survey dug deeper. It found that 45% are "very likely" to continue investing. Another 29% are "somewhat likely" to do so. That's a solid majority.
High earners are leading the charge. Those with household incomes between $175,000 and $200,000 are the most bullish. A staggering 82% of them plan to invest in crypto in the near future, and that might mean a new inflow of cash in crypto industry besides the ETFs everybody is talking about.
But it's not just the rich. Even in the $0 to $24,999 income bracket, 59% are keen on crypto. Talk about democratizing finance!
Now, don't get it twisted. Not all crypto is created equal. A hefty 70% prefer established coins like Bitcoin. Only 12% are into memecoins like Dogecoin.
The researchers reckon this shows a "maturing cryptocurrency investor". It's not about chasing the next big thing anymore. Folks are getting serious.
"This finding could suggest a focus on stability," the researchers wrote. They added that many now see crypto as a "viable option alongside traditional assets". Looks like digital coins are here to stay.
Alexey Bondarev is the Head of Content at Yellow.com, having reported on crypto for the last 10 years. He specializes in in-depth Research and Learn pieces, with a focus on analytical reporting, industry context, and the bigger forces shaping crypto, from the AI era and security technologies to fintech innovation. He believes that everything digital will imminently overcome everything analogue and is working hard to make that come true.
