UK Cryptocurrency Ownership Declines Amid Stable Awareness Levels

According to Foresight News, a report by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority reveals a decrease in the proportion of adults holding cryptocurrency, dropping to around 8% this year. This marks the first year-on-year decline in cryptocurrency ownership in the UK since 2021. In 2024, approximately 7 million adults, representing 12% of the adult population, are expected to hold cryptocurrency, an increase from 10% in 2022 and 4.4% in 2021. The survey also indicates that public awareness of cryptocurrency remains stable at 91%, consistent with the previous year. Among those holding cryptocurrency, the majority are expected to increase their holdings in 2025 compared to 2024. About 21% of users possess cryptocurrency valued between £1,001 and £5,000, while the proportion of users holding cryptocurrency worth less than £100 has decreased.