Why the UK is Going Bonkers for Crypto: You Won’t Believe the Numbers! 🚀

In a stunning twist of fate that even the most optimistic fortune teller would have found hard to predict, the UK has decided to embrace cryptocurrencies with the enthusiasm of a cat discovering a laser pointer. According to a report by the illustrious trio of ADAN, Ipsos, and Deloitte—who, let’s face it, sound like a law firm specializing in intergalactic disputes—the UK now boasts a staggering 19% of its population clutching cryptocurrencies like they’re the last chocolate biscuit in the jar. This makes the UK the undisputed heavyweight champion of crypto ownership in Europe. 🏆

Meanwhile, across the Channel in France, the populace is experiencing a crypto-awareness renaissance, with over 90% of the French now aware that cryptocurrencies exist. This is akin to discovering that croissants are not just for breakfast but can also be used as a makeshift hat. Almost half of these enlightened souls are reportedly planning to invest in cryptocurrencies soon, presumably while sipping espresso and contemplating the meaning of life. ☕️

Crypto awareness and adoption are at an all-time high in the UK and across Europe. 🌍
The UK has the highest rate of crypto holders in the region, with 19% of its population saying they hold crypto currently.
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— Ripple (@Ripple) April 10, 2025

The survey, which involved a staggering 7,000 participants from the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium—because why not include everyone in this digital circus?—delves into the current state of crypto adoption. It tackles various issues, such as the rise of the internet of value (which sounds like a fancy way of saying “money on the web”) and the concept of digital identity, as well as the recent regulations that are about as clear as mud.

Moreover, the report highlights the urgent need for more regulation and the involvement of banks, who are likely to undergo a transformation akin to a caterpillar becoming a butterfly—if the butterfly were also a financial institution. As the number of cryptocurrencies continues to multiply like rabbits in spring, it’s clear that the UK and Europe are opening their arms to the digital economy like a long-lost relative at a family reunion. 🎉

2025-04-11 09:57

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