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As part of its “Into The Cryptoverse: Understanding Crypto Users” series, Seychelles-based crypto exchange KuCoin published a report on Thursday that identifies a significant increase in the number of crypto investors in Turkey over the course of the past eighteen months.<h2 id="header-0">Crypto adoption surge</h2>The<a href="https://www.kucoin.com/blog/more-than-half-of-Turkish-adults-invest-in-crypto" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> report</a>, the fifteenth such report produced by KuCoin as part of this series, reveals that there has been a substantial surge in crypto adoption among Turkish adults, with an impressive 52% of the adult population participating in crypto investments.Since November 2021 there has been a 12% increase in the number of crypto investors aged 18 to 60. These statistics underscore the growing interest and acceptance of cryptocurrencies in Turkey. It’s not likely to be a coincidence that this surge in adoption has come about against the backdrop of the local currency, the Turkish lira, losing more than 50% of its value against the US dollar.Here are some of the key insights that the report identified:Growing Crypto Adoption Among Turkish Adults: The survey indicates a significant upswing in the number of Turkish adults investing in cryptocurrencies. The percentage of adults embracing crypto has surged from 40% to 52% over the last year and a half, despite the overall crypto market finding itself in the doldrums within that time frame.Increased Female Participation: While male investors continue to dominate at a rate of 57%, the survey points to a notable trend of increasing participation among women, particularly in the younger age brackets. Approximately 47% of female crypto investors are between the ages of 18 and 30.Youth-Driven Growth: Younger generations are leading the crypto adoption charge, with investors aged 31 to 44 constituting the largest group at 48%. Furthermore, a significant proportion of investors under 30 joined the market within the past year, indicating the influence of youth within the crypto space.Many have expressed the view that crypto adoption will come about through the younger demographic. It’s a factor that has not gone unnoticed by crypto platforms,<a href="https://medium.com/&#64;coinness.gl/bitget-launches-blockchain4youth-project-f49cbe31dca4" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> including</a> fellow Seychelles-based exchange Bitget.Motivations for Crypto Investments: The report delves into the motivations behind crypto investments among Turkish adults. A substantial 58% express the desire to create long-term wealth, transcending generational boundaries. This suggests a widespread belief in crypto’s potential as a tool for financial freedom.Popular Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin remains a favored choice, capturing 71% of overall investor interest. Ethereum follows closely with 45% interest, while stablecoins garnered the attention of 33% of surveyed participants.Crypto Trading Dominates: A significant 70% of Turkish participants use crypto for trading, indicating the prevalent use of cryptocurrencies as investment instruments. Meanwhile, 22% have ventured into buying NFTs.Influence of Personal Connections: Personal relationships play a pivotal role in driving crypto adoption in Turkey. About 57% of participants learned about crypto through family and friends, highlighting the significance of these connections in introducing newcomers to the crypto world.This finding resonates with a<a href="https://medium.com/&#64;coinness.gl/report-vietnamese-crypto-investors-rely-heavily-on-referrals-d70b0a8f86a9" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> similar finding</a> relative to a recently published report covering crypto adoption in Vietnam.The report has been based upon online surveys carried out by KuCoin between May 5 and May 12 of this year.

KuCoin Report Points to Marked Increase in Crypto Investors in Turkey

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