Survey by Coinbase & EYP Highlights Regulatory Certainty as Top Crypto Market Catalyst

Institutional Investors See Regulatory Clarity as the Biggest Driver for Crypto Growth

A recent survey conducted by Coinbase (COIN) and EY-Parthenon (EYP) found that clearer regulations remain the most significant factor in accelerating the growth of the digital asset industry.

The study, which polled 352 institutional investors between Jan. 13 and Jan. 24, 2025, revealed that 86% either already hold or plan to invest in crypto this year. Moreover, 84% reported increasing their allocations to crypto assets in 2024.

Notably, 59% of respondents stated they intend to allocate over 5% of their assets under management (AUM) to cryptocurrencies in 2025. Many investors pointed to regulatory improvements under President Donald Trump’s administration as a key factor driving their confidence, as the President has pledged to establish the U.S. as the “crypto capital of the world.”

The survey also highlighted the rising institutional interest in altcoins. While bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) remain dominant, 73% of investors indicated holdings in other tokens, with hedge funds leading this shift at 80% exposure to alternative digital assets.

Additionally, 50% of surveyed investors reported utilizing stablecoins, primarily for yield opportunities, payments, and foreign exchange. Meanwhile, 60% of participants said they prefer investing in crypto through regulated financial products such as exchange-traded products (ETPs).

The survey focused mainly on institutional investors in the U.S. and Europe, with additional insights from global participants.

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