Summary
- Survey shows 85% of US cryptocurrency holders are actively investing in meme coins.
- 76% of respondents believe potential rewards justify volatility risks.
- Through this survey, Kraken concluded that meme coins could improve the credibility of the cryptocurrency market.
According to crypto media Coindesk on the 19th (local time), Kraken reported that US cryptocurrency investors are still flocking to meme coin investments despite volatility risks.
Kraken's survey showed that 85% of US cryptocurrency holders have invested in meme coins. 76% responded that they "believe the potential rewards justify the risks."
Furthermore, 44% of all respondents said meme coins would improve the cryptocurrency market's credibility, while 42% expressed expectations for meme coins to outperform other cryptocurrencies this year.
29% of meme coin holders stated they bought for short-term profits, while 23% chose them for investment diversification.
Meanwhile, FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) was identified as one of the reasons for meme coin investment.
This survey was conducted by Kraken from January 2025, polling 800 cryptocurrency holders in the United States.
JH Kim
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