According to the survey, approximately 47% of US voters are considering including cryptocurrencies in their portfolio. This high interest may be linked to the fact that inflation is seen as the most pressing problem. Voters seem to be turning to cryptocurrencies, believing that traditional investment instruments do not protect against inflation.

Additionally, bitcoin’s maturation as an asset class is also increasing voters’ interest. Bitcoin’s steady appreciation and other developments in the crypto ecosystem are leading investors to approach this new asset class with more confidence.

The Grayscale survey reveals that geopolitical tension and polarization in the US also affect cryptocurrency investments. Voters may be looking for safer and decentralized alternatives, considering that the traditional financial system is negatively affected by such situations. The fact that cryptocurrencies depend on fewer actors than the traditional system makes them attractive for investors.

The possibility of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is also stimulating the cryptocurrency market. Approval of such funds would make cryptocurrencies accessible to more institutional investors and could inject more liquidity into the market, pushing prices up.

The Grayscale report predicts that cryptocurrencies will become an important issue in the 2024 US elections. Former President Donald Trump’s recent support for the US crypto economy is one of the most important signs that this issue will enter the election agenda. Trump stated that the United States aims to be a leader in the global crypto race. This could lead to the implementation of pro-crypto policies.

Billionaire businessman Mark Cuban made an interesting comment on Trump’s support for crypto. Cuban stated that if Trump wins the election, this could lead to tightening cryptocurrency regulations. He hinted that more flexible regulatory policies could be implemented during the term of Trump’s rival Joe Biden. These statements emphasize that cryptocurrency investors should follow the election results closely.

30% of voters are positive about the crypto policies of both the Republican and Democratic parties. This shows that cryptocurrencies can be on the agenda of both parties, and both parties may try to influence voters with different crypto policies.

In light of all these developments, the price of bitcoin increased by 1.3% in the last 24 hours, reaching $68,700. This increase once again reveals that the cryptocurrency market is sensitive to developments in traditional finance and politics.