56% of Advisers Ready to Invest in Crypto Post-Trump Victory: Bitwise Survey

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As a researcher, I conducted a survey from November 14 to December 20, 2025, and found that approximately 56% of financial advisors expressed a stronger interest in investing in digital assets after Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

Growing Crypto Adoption Among Advisors

Based on the survey findings, there’s been a twofold increase year-on-year in the proportion of financial advisors incorporating cryptocurrencies into their clients’ portfolios. This figure climbed from 11% in 2023 to 22% in 2024. Furthermore, an impressive 99% of advisors who currently invest in digital assets have expressed intentions to either sustain or boost their involvement with these assets in 2025.

Matt Hougan, as Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, referred to 2024 as a pivotal year for the cryptocurrency sector. “Financial advisors are becoming increasingly aware of the potential that crypto holds,” he stated. “What’s truly remarkable is the vast untapped potential we still possess, with around two-thirds of all financial advisors yet to access crypto for their clients. We anticipate this trend shifting in 2025 as the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrency continues at an accelerated pace.

In December, Bitwise put forth a forecast indicating that the value of Bitcoin could reach $200,000 by the year 2025, attributing this to an increase in investor attention. Undeniably, this is a daring price projection.

The number of clients expressing curiosity about cryptocurrencies has gone up significantly. In fact, a study revealed that an impressive 96% of financial advisors have fielded queries about digital currencies over the past year. Furthermore, many clients have chosen to invest directly in these assets, and as many as 71% of advisors reported that their clients are making such investments independently of any advisory relationships.

ETF Accessibility: A Double-Edged Sword

2024 saw the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission granting approval for Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), marking a significant turning point in the acceptance of cryptocurrencies by institutions. Nevertheless, challenges persist. Although ETFs have facilitated easier access to crypto for advisors and individual investors, just 35% of those surveyed indicated they were able to buy digital assets directly within client accounts.

When choosing Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), expense ratios proved to be a crucial factor for advisors, with 58% of them emphasizing its significance as the top consideration. Alongside this, the reputation of the issuer (46%) and their support (43%) were also highlighted as important factors. This suggests that the knowledge and credibility in the crypto industry is highly valued by these advisors.

In spite of the obstacles, the combined value of net assets in U.S.-listed Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) grew to an astounding $106.8 billion by the end of 2024, accounting for approximately 5.74% of the total market value of all Bitcoins.

Barriers to Adoption and Future Outlook

Financial advisors continue to express apprehension regarding regulatory ambiguity, with about half (55%) identifying it as a major hindrance in increasing crypto investments. Other obstacles include high volatility (43%), the lack of robust custodial solutions (33%), and a limited number of practical use cases in everyday life (34%).

According to Todd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at TMX VettaFi, the outlook for the future appears promising. In light of recent information, it seems that advisors and investors are increasingly able to tap into and understand the potential advantages of investing in cryptocurrencies, which could lead to a brighter future.

As an analyst, I’ve observed a surge in advisor curiosity regarding diversifying their cryptocurrency holdings. Among the top choices for 2025 investments are Crypto Equity ETFs (representing approximately 22%) and Diversified Crypto Index Funds (accounting for about 19%).

A Turning Point for Crypto

2024 U.S. elections appear to have signaled a pivotal moment in the world of cryptocurrencies. More and more financial experts are adopting digital currencies, along with new methods of investment such as ETFs, which are gradually gaining approval. This trend suggests that widespread usage is on the horizon for these platforms. As they become simpler to use, especially with greater regulatory clarity, this could speed up mainstream integration of cryptocurrencies into financial consulting services, potentially reshaping investment strategies across various sectors.

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2025-01-11 16:18