Криптовалюты становятся основным инструментом защиты от инфляции: мировые тенденции и региональные особенности Translation: Headline: Cryptocurrencies Become a Key Tool for Inflation Protection: Global Trends and Regional Features

Macroeconomic instability, the depreciation of national currencies, and inflationary pressures are driving individuals around the world to seek alternative means of preserving value. Experts have noted that cryptocurrencies increasingly serve as such a solution.

The most notable increase was observed in East Asia, where this metric rose from 23% to 52%. In the Middle East, it almost doubled—from 27% to 45%.

The study also highlighted stark regional differences in the motivations and behaviors of crypto investors. Latin America has emerged as a hub for «community adoption,» analysts pointed out. The percentage of holders of meme coins in this region surged to 34%, the highest rate globally.

Nearly 63% of new users in this area are investing in digital assets for passive income. The market continues to cater to retail investors, driven by the pursuit of returns and community engagement.

At the same time, South Asia confirmed its status as a «global trading powerhouse.» Spot trading volumes in the region increased from 45% to 52%, surpassing the global average. More than half of crypto investors stated that their primary goal is to achieve financial independence.

«Considering the young, mobile population and limited access to traditional finance, this region is rapidly becoming the most dynamic retail market. South Asia is also leading in futures trading (46%), while Europe shows more moderate adoption, remaining closer to global averages,» the research noted.

Public blockchain tokens remain the foundation of crypto portfolios worldwide, held by over 65% of users. Confidence in this asset category is highest in Latin America (74%) and Southeast Asia (70%).

The share of stablecoins has remained steady at around 50%.

Analysts also pointed out a shift in capital distribution. In East Asia, the proportion of large wallets (holding over $20,000) decreased from 39% to 33% due to profit-taking and regulatory constraints.

Mid-tier wallets ($5,000-20,000) have become more prevalent, indicating a «more even distribution of funds and a strengthening of digital assets as an accessible financial tool.»

«The adoption of cryptocurrencies is evolving differently across various parts of the world, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. From inflation hedging in East Asia to community growth in Latin America, these regional characteristics underscore the importance of localized solutions,» emphasized MEXC’s COO, Tracy Jin.

Experts have predicted the continuation of the trend of using cryptocurrencies as a store of value. They also expect a shift from speculation to structured trading, more active portfolio diversification, and further polarization based on capital levels.

As a reminder, Ukraine and Russia ranked eighth and tenth, respectively, in Chainalysis’s global cryptocurrency adoption index for 2025.