A recent study reveals significant cryptocurrency adoption and optimism in Australia, with nearly a third of Australians having owned crypto and a majority believing in its future acceptance.
Close to 60% of Users Report Profits
Nearly a third (32.5%) of Australians have now owned cryptocurrency, while 42.9% “believe crypto will be widely accepted in the future,” a new study found. Besides the “record high” adoption rate, the study also found that 95% of respondents were aware of at least one cryptocurrency.
According to a press statement, 57.3% of Australian respondents reported making a profit, and 20.5% are investing $500 or more each month, indicating strong confidence in the sector. Remarking on the survey findings, Adrian Przelozny, CEO of Independent Reserve, noted Australian users’ strong preference for bitcoin.
“The findings in our sixth annual IRCI clearly show that Australia’s cryptocurrency market is coming into its own. Adoption is growing, investment strategies are evolving, and seasoned investors are seeing better profits. With a record 32.5% of Australians currently owning or having owned cryptocurrency, bitcoin remains the most popular choice, held by 70% of investors,” Przelozny stated.
However, despite portraying Australians’ optimism for digital assets, the 2025 Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) survey study notes that regulatory challenges could disrupt the adoption momentum. This assertion is supported by study findings indicating that one in five users (19.3%) have reported banks either blocking or delaying cryptocurrency transactions.
The Trump Effect
Meanwhile, Przelozny pointed to the return of U.S. President Donald Trump to the White House as a factor likely to help accelerate adoption of digital assets. The CEO’s assertion is backed by study findings indicating that 31% see Trump’s return as a positive for cryptocurrency. In contrast, only 8% of respondents think such a change is negative for the sector.
Over the years, the growth trajectory of Australia’s cryptocurrency sector has been marked by periods of rapid expansion, influenced by global trends, technological advancements and evolving regulatory landscapes. The emergence of cryptocurrency-related investment products, such as exchange-traded funds (ETFs), is seen to further fuel market growth.
According to Przelozny, the 2025 IRCI findings reflect Australia’s maturing cryptocurrency market, while the industry’s “potential to reshape the traditional financial landscape remains strong.”
