A study shows that crypto investment is becoming a core strategy for millions in South Korea, with investors in their 40s leading the trend.
Investors are moving towards regular buying patterns and seeking institutional involvement and regulatory safeguards for increased protection.
Bitcoin is the most held asset, but diversification into altcoins is common, while NFTs and STOs are mostly avoided.
High youth unemployment and stagnant wage growth are driving younger Koreans towards crypto, with many using it to build savings or prepare for retirement despite concerns about volatility.