US Presidential Election: How Cryptocurrency Regulation is Influencing Voter Decisions

US Presidential Election: How Candidates’ Stances on Bitcoin and Altcoins Are Shaping Voter Preferences

US Presidential Election – As the United States presidential election approaches, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), currently trading at $57,356, are poised to play a significant role. A recent report from the Gemini exchange, founded by the Winklevoss twins, reveals that the stance of presidential candidates on crypto regulation is increasingly influencing voter decisions.

Gemini’s “Global State of Crypto” Report Highlights Voter Concerns

Released on September 10, Gemini’s latest “Global State of Crypto” report provides insights into how cryptocurrency regulation is shaping voter preferences. The survey, conducted online from May 23 to June 28, 2024, involved 6,000 adults across the US, UK, France, Singapore, and Turkey.

According to the findings, 73% of US crypto owners are considering candidates’ positions on crypto regulation when casting their votes. Furthermore, 37% of respondents believe a candidate’s crypto stance will have a significant impact on their vote. This reflects a historic shift, as Gemini notes:

“For the first time in United States history, crypto has become a significant campaign issue in a presidential election.”

Rising Regulatory Concerns Affecting Crypto Investment

The survey also highlights increasing concerns about regulatory uncertainty as a barrier to crypto investment. In 2024, 38% of US respondents cited regulatory issues as a barrier to entering the crypto market, a notable rise from 28% in 2022. Despite these concerns, interest in cryptocurrencies appears to be growing. The percentage of US respondents with no crypto exposure decreased from 75% in 2022 to 65% in 2024. Additionally, the number of crypto holders increased slightly from 20% in 2022 to 21% in 2024, while past owners surged from 5% to 14% over the same period.

Declining Crypto Use Reported by Federal Reserve

According to the US Federal Reserve’s Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking, only 7% of surveyed US adults reported using crypto in 2023, down from 10% in 2022 and 12% in 2021. This decline contrasts with the growing interest noted in Gemini’s report and suggests a complex picture of crypto adoption and regulatory impact.

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