Упадок числа британских криптоинвесторов: Доля снизилась до 8% на фоне растущей стоимости активов Translation: Decline in the Number of British Crypto Investors: Share Down to 8% Amid Rising Asset Values

From 2024 to 2025, the proportion of adults in the UK owning digital assets dropped from 12% to 8%. This information is presented in a report from the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority).

For context, the numbers were 4% in 2021 and increased to 10% in 2022.

Public awareness of cryptocurrencies remains high at around 91%, showing little change from previous years.

Despite the decrease in the percentage of cryptocurrency holders, the average value of assets held by investors has risen.

While the number of users with portfolios valued at £100 or less continues to decline, those with holdings between £1,000 and £5,000 have steadily increased, reaching 21% of all UK crypto investors. The share of market participants investing up to £10,000 stands at 11%.

According to the research, centralized exchanges remain the most popular method for acquiring assets.

Approximately 73% of respondents reported typically making purchases through platforms like Coinbase, Binance, or Kraken. Meanwhile, 15% utilize payment companies that offer cryptocurrency services.

Ease of use, reputation, security, and reliability were identified as the most crucial factors when selecting an exchange.

The survey also revealed a disparity in risk tolerance between cryptocurrency users and the general public. About 63% of digital asset owners are willing to engage in riskier trades to boost profits, whereas only 24% of traditional investors expressed a similar sentiment.

Opinions on regulation are divided. A quarter of cryptocurrency users stated they would be more inclined to invest if the regulatory environment in the UK were clearer. Conversely, 11% expressed concerns about government intervention, and another 25% doubted the effectiveness of any form of regulation.

It’s worth noting that starting January 1, 2026, the country’s Tax Authority will begin tracking information about cryptocurrency asset owners to calculate and assess taxes, imposing penalties for failing to disclose such information.