Men dominate crypto ownership, making up 61% of global users (342.8M people), while women account for 39% (219.2M people)

Key Takeaways

  • Men hold the majority share in crypto adoption (61%), indicating that the industry is still male-dominated despite growing female participation.
  • Over 219M women own crypto globally, showing that female adoption is increasing but still lags behind male ownership.
  • With 6.8% of the world’s population involved in crypto, adoption is growing, but there is still massive untapped potential, especially among women.
  • Bridging the gender gap could drive the next wave of crypto adoption, and greater financial inclusion and education could encourage more women to enter the space.

As of 2024, 6.8% of the global population (562M people) own cryptocurrency, but ownership remains unevenly distributed by gender. Men make up 61% of crypto holders (342.8M), while women account for 39% (219.2M ). While female adoption is growing, crypto remains a male-dominated space, reflecting trends seen in other tech and finance sectors. However, with increasing awareness, financial inclusion efforts, and educational initiatives, narrowing the gender gap could be a major driver for future crypto adoption worldwide.

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