Crypto Gaining Traction: 57% of Institutional Players Plan to Raise Allocations, Sygnum Reports.

Institutional Confidence in Crypto Soars: Sygnum Survey Signals Major Growth Ahead
Sygnum’s latest annual survey reveals that institutional investors are increasingly confident in the future of cryptocurrencies, with 65% of respondents expressing long-term optimism and 63% planning to increase their crypto allocations in the next three to six months.
The findings highlight the growing institutional enthusiasm toward digital assets, as the current bull market continues to fuel positive sentiment. According to the survey, 57% of institutional investors are preparing to boost their exposure to cryptocurrencies, driven by a stronger risk appetite and belief in the sector’s long-term potential.
A Look at Investor Sentiment
The survey, which collected insights from over 400 professional and institutional investors across 27 countries, sheds light on the shifting attitudes toward digital assets. Respondents averaged more than a decade of experience in finance, providing a solid foundation for their insights.
“This survey reflects the evolving landscape of crypto investing, with institutions embracing calculated risks and diverse strategies to tap into the market’s long-term value,” said Lucas Schweiger, Sygnum’s Digital Asset Research Manager, in a statement.
Positive Outlook for Crypto
The results show overwhelming optimism, with 65% of institutional investors indicating they are bullish on digital assets over the long term. In the short term, 63% are considering increasing their crypto exposure within the next three to six months.
Additionally, 56% of respondents anticipate shifting to a more bullish outlook within the next year. This shift in sentiment can be partly attributed to recent price gains in bitcoin (BTC), which has surged over 20% in the past week, reaching new highs above $93,000. The optimism surrounding BTC is further fueled by the U.S.-listed spot ETFs, which have drawn significant institutional interest.
Growing Interest in New Strategies
Among the survey respondents, over half already have at least 10% of their portfolio allocated to cryptocurrencies, with nearly 46% planning to increase their holdings in the next six months. Only 36% are opting to hold steady for the time being, awaiting the ideal market conditions.
Interestingly, a significant portion of respondents—44%—continue to favor single-token investments, preferring to concentrate on a single cryptocurrency rather than diversifying across multiple assets. This is closely followed by 40% who opt for actively managed exposure.
Layer-1 blockchains remain the top area of interest, with Web3 and DeFi projects also gaining traction. In a shift from previous years, the tokenization of traditional assets such as equities, bonds, and mutual funds has become a more popular focus, surpassing real estate as the dominant asset class for tokenization.
Overcoming Barriers to Entry
While regulatory concerns and limited access to well-regulated custodians have historically been major barriers for institutional investors, the landscape is evolving. The survey found that 69% of respondents believe that regulatory clarity around digital assets has improved, with concerns now shifting to market volatility, security, and custody.
Moreover, 81% of respondents noted that enhanced access to information would encourage them to increase their crypto allocations. This reflects a broader trend where investors are increasingly prioritizing strategic market insights and technological risk assessments over simple regulatory concerns.
As institutional players continue to embrace the evolving crypto market, the future of digital assets looks increasingly promising. However, with growing competition and new challenges ahead, investors will need to remain agile and informed to fully capitalize on the opportunities that lie ahead.