Affluent Investors Boost Cryptocurrency Portfolios
A new survey finds that most high-net-worth investors plan to increase their holdings in digital assets.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Investing
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A CoinShares survey of 502 investors with a net worth over $500,000 reveals that 70% currently own digital assets. Among these affluent investors, 93% plan to increase their exposure to cryptocurrency.
Why it matters
The shift toward greater crypto adoption is driven by a new, digital asset-friendly administration and the enactment of the GENIUS Act. This legislative and political environment has significantly boosted investor confidence in the sector.
Current interest in crypto ETFs rose to 17%, up from 4% previously. Additionally, 83% of investors now demand regulatory clarity, compared to 73% in 2025.
The players
CoinShares
CoinShares is a prominent digital asset investment firm that provides financial services and investment products to institutional and individual investors.
The details
Investors are increasingly turning to regulated exchange-traded funds as their primary vehicle for gaining crypto exposure. Bitcoin remains a focal point, with 85% of survey respondents viewing it as a reliable store of value and 75% planning to grow their holdings.
Timeline
2025: Regulatory clarity interest was 73%.
2026: Regulatory clarity interest reached 83%.
October 20, 2026: CoinShares published the survey results.
Market Dynamics
The adoption of the GENIUS Act marks a structural shift toward institutionalizing digital assets within the American financial system. This legislative evolution follows the broader trend of integrating cryptocurrency into mainstream investment vehicles through regulatory frameworks.
Retail investors with significant net worth are increasingly utilizing regulated ETFs to add crypto to their portfolios. This movement suggests a broader trend of shifting assets into digital currencies as regulatory oversight strengthens and stability increases.
The takeaway
Affluent investors are moving rapidly to integrate digital assets into their long-term wealth strategies. Diversification into regulated ETFs may offer a more stable path for those looking to capitalize on the growth of the cryptocurrency sector.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Crowdfund Insider.
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