Coinbase Survey: Institutional Optimism for Crypto in 2025

According to a global survey, crypto continues to show strong momentum. 352 decision-makers participated in this survey. It was conducted by Coinbase and EY-Parthenon. This follows a landmark in 2024.

This optimism is reflected in the growing confidence crypto investors have in crypto’s ability to deliver attractive returns.

Investors Plan to Increase Crypto Allocations, Stablecoins Gain Traction

A key finding from the survey is that a significant majority of investors are planning to allocate more than 5% of their assets under management (AUM) to crypto in 2025. 83% of surveyed investors intend to increase their crypto allocations, driven by the belief that cryptocurrencies offer the best opportunity for attractive risk-adjusted returns over the next few years. This is a clear sign that crypto is moving beyond its niche status and becoming a mainstay in institutional portfolios.

Stablecoins, in particular, are gaining traction. With 84% of investors either using or showing interest in using stablecoins, it’s clear that these digital assets are not just for crypto transactions anymore. Investors are tapping into stablecoins for a variety of use cases, from generating yield (73%) to facilitating foreign exchange (69%) and managing internal cash (68%). More and more, stablecoins are seen as versatile tools in the financial world.

Institutions Embrace Altcoins and DeFi, While Regulatory Concerns Loom

Alongside stablecoins, institutional investors are also engaging with altcoins, though most are focusing on just a handful. About 73% of investors hold cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum, with Ripple (XRP) and Solana (SOL) being the most common choices. Many are also looking to buy altcoins via Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs), with 68% expressing interest in single-asset ETPs for coins like SOL and XRP.

Decentralized finance (DeFi) is another area where institutional interest is growing. While only 24% of investors are currently active in DeFi, that number is expected to triple by 2027. Institutions are excited about DeFi’s potential for derivatives, staking, lending, and even yield farming.

Of course, no opportunity comes without its challenges. While 83% of investors are bullish on crypto’s future, regulatory concerns remain a top worry. Fifty-two percent of investors cited the evolving regulatory landscape as their biggest concern. Followed by volatility (47%) and secure custody (33%). However, there’s light at the end of the tunnel. Sixty-eight percent of investors believe that clearer regulations will act as the next big catalyst for growth in the crypto industry.

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