Number of crypto users in the UK drops even as amount held increases

About 21% of people surveyed by the Financial Conduct Authority said they hold between $1,345 and $6,718, and the most popular cryptos are bitcoin and ether. What to know : The number of crypto holders in the U.K. decreased from 7 million to 4.5 million, but the average value held by investors increased. Awareness of cryptocurrencies remains high at 91%, despite a decline in ownership from 12% to 8% of the adult population. Bitcoin and ether are the most popular cryptocurrencies, with 70% and 35% of investors holding them, respectively.