Crypto News Today: 1 in 3 Young Investors Switched Advisers Over Lack of Crypto Access, According to Survey

Wealth advisers may need to accelerate their digital-asset strategies after a new survey found that one in three young, affluent U.S. investors has moved money away from advisers who don’t offer crypto exposure.The survey, conducted by crypto infrastructure firm Zerohash, highlights a growing generational divide in wealth management — one that is increasingly centered on digital assets, access, and platform sophistication.What to Know35% of investors aged 18–40 moved assets away from advisers who did not offer crypto exposure.Those who switched advisers typically moved $250,000 to $1 million.84% plan to increase their crypto holdings in the next year.92% say access to a broad range of digital assets is important — not just Bitcoin and Ether.Adoption by BlackRock, Fidelity, and Morgan Stanley boosted investor confidence.Younger, Wealthier Clients Are Leaving Advisers That Don’t Offer CryptoZerohash surveyed 500 U.S. investors aged 18 to 40 with annual incomes between $100,000 and $1 million. The findings point to a major shift in expectations among younger high earners.35% of respondents said they moved money away from advisers who didn’t offer crypto access.Among those who left:More than 50% moved between $250,000 and $1 millionHigher-income respondents were “leading the exodus”, with half of those earning over $500,000 switching advisersThe data suggests that crypto accessibility is no longer a niche preference — it is becoming central to wealth-management relationships.Institutional Adoption Is Boosting ConfidenceAccording to Zerohash, four out of five surveyed investors said their confidence in digital assets increased as major financial institutions — including BlackRock, Fidelity, and Morgan Stanley — rolled out crypto services and products.This institutional validation has helped push crypto further into mainstream portfolio construction.Crypto Holdings Are Set to GrowThe survey also found an overwhelming appetite for expanding digital-asset exposure:84% plan to increase crypto holdings in the next yearNearly half expect to “increase allocations significantly”This contrasts sharply with traditional assumptions about younger investors being overly risk-seeking. Instead, Zerohash argues their behavior reflects high conviction and long-term portfolio integration.Advisers Risk “Falling Behind” If They Don’t AdaptZerohash’s report warns that advisers who fail to embrace digital assets may face long-term client attrition.“Crypto has become essential to modern portfolio strategy,” the firm said.“Advisers who adapt early can strengthen client loyalty and capture new growth, while those who delay risk falling behind.”Investors were clear about what they expect:Insured, compliant crypto accessCrypto integrated into the same dashboards as traditional assetsA broader menu of tokens — 92% want more than just Bitcoin and EthereumIn other words: crypto should not exist as a siloed experience.Demand for Broader Crypto Products Is RisingInvestors are increasingly seeking diversified crypto exposure, pushing asset managers to expand beyond early offerings.Recent ETF and ETP trends include:Solana (SOL) investment products now exceeding hundreds of millions in inflowsExpanding offerings tied to XRP, Dogecoin, and other altcoinsRising demand for staking-enabled products, which generate yield by locking assetsMajor issuers — including BlackRock — are also moving deeper into the market. On Wednesday, the firm registered its iShares Staked Ethereum Trust in Delaware, signaling intent to launch a staking-enabled Ether ETF.Bottom LineZerohash’s findings reinforce a major shift in wealth demographics:Young, high-income investors want crypto integrated directly into their financial advisory experienceThose who can’t get it are moving money elsewhereThe trend is accelerating as institutions roll out mainstream crypto offeringsFor wealth advisers, the message is clear:crypto access is no longer optional — it’s a competitive necessity.