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Data reveals Slovenia is home to the most crypto enthusiasts worldwide
Research has revealed the countries showing the highest interest levels in cryptocurrencies.
The study by Marketplace Fairness analyzed the volume of searches relating to ten cryptocurrencies, cryptocurrency exchanges, and blockchain platforms, to establish the countries where cryptocurrency enthusiasm is highest worldwide.
Slovenia is the country with the most intense interest in cryptocurrencies. Here, the two most popular cryptos, Bitcoin and Ethereum, were subject to a combined monthly search volume of over 118,000. With the total of the analyzed search terms coming to over 131,000 monthly searches, and compared against the country’s population of around 2.1 million, it reveals that Slovenians searched at a rate of 6,195 per 100,000 residents – the highest of all the countries that were measured.
Ireland comes in as the second most crypto-obsessed country, notably with bitcoin alone being the subject of a monthly search volume close to 150,000. With the country’s population of five million considered, the Irish searched the analyzed terms over 210,000 times monthly, at a rate of 4,193 per 100,000.
In third the United States boasts the largest sheer number of searches for these cryptos. Bitcoin received an average monthly search volume of almost 10 million while ethereum received close to 1.2 million monthly searches. The enormous grand total of searches in the US reached 12,734,750 which equates to 3,715 monthly searches per 100,000 residents.
Estonia is the fourth most crypto-keen country with bitcoin receiving a search volume exceeding 36,000 monthly. This contributed to a total search volume of approximately 48,000 which comes in as 3,626 per 100,000 Estonians.
In fifth and sixth respectively, Bermuda and Canada have very similar average per 100,000 search volumes of 3,402, and 3,373. In both of these countries, as with most, the two largest search volumes were for bitcoin and ethereum.
Australia shows the seventh highest interest level with searches for bitcoin exceeding 610,000 monthly, and those for ethereum nearing 100,000. The total average monthly searches for the analyzed cryptocurrencies, exchanges, and blockchain platforms came in at 882,500, or 3,331 per 100,000 residents.
The United Kingdom expressed the eighth-highest interest in crypto with its average search volume for the analyzed terms coming in at a huge 2,211,380. While this is the second largest sheer figure, per 100,000 residents, the UK searched at a monthly rate of 3,277.
Finland and Luxembourg make the final two top ten spots. Total monthly searches in these countries came to 2,994, and 2,981 per 100,000, respectively.
| Country | Total ave. monthly search volume | Searches per 100k | Rank |
| Slovenia | 131,320 | 6195.29 | 1 |
| Ireland | 212,290 | 4192.6 | 2 |
| United States | 12,734,750 | 3741.77 | 3 |
| Estonia | 47,950 | 3626.61 | 4 |
| Bermuda | 2,180 | 3402.58 | 5 |
| Canada | 1,310,040 | 3372.67 | 6 |
| Australia | 882,500 | 3331.67 | 7 |
| United Kingdom | 2,221,380 | 3277.37 | 8 |
| Finland | 166,060 | 2994.19 | 9 |
| Luxembourg | 19,560 | 2981.93 | 10 |
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The World Market for RegTech 2025-2030: Growth Trends, Industry Chain Analysis, Regional Insights, SWOT Analysis and Market Shares of Leading Players – Thomson Reuters, Deloitte, PwC, Accenture, IBM & More
The blockchain world continues to captivate with its blend of innovation, controversy, and global collaboration. In today’s briefing, we spotlight the latest developments, from token launches to regulatory crackdowns and academic partnerships.
KuCoin Introduces Trump Token on Spot Trading Platform
KuCoin has launched the official Trump Token on its spot trading platform, adding a new layer of political intrigue to the cryptocurrency market. Designed to capitalize on the former U.S. President’s enduring influence, the token represents the intersection of digital assets and cultural zeitgeist. While the move has garnered attention, it also raises questions about the broader implications of politically themed tokens in the blockchain space.
Source: PRNewswire
Trump Immortalized on Bitcoin Blockchain
Donald Trump’s image has been etched into Bitcoin’s blockchain, ensuring his face remains a permanent part of the decentralized ledger. This act highlights the creative and often polarizing ways blockchain technology can be utilized for artistic and symbolic purposes. The incident has sparked debate about the ethical and practical considerations of embedding non-financial data in immutable systems.
Source: Decrypt
Ripple Partners with Ireland’s Trinity College
Ripple has joined forces with Trinity College in Ireland to address pressing blockchain challenges. This partnership aims to advance research and develop innovative solutions to improve blockchain technology’s scalability, efficiency, and security. Such collaborations between academia and industry are vital for fostering the next generation of blockchain breakthroughs.
Source: Crypto.News
SEC Takes Action Against Engineer in GME Rug Pull Case
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged a New York engineer for orchestrating a rug pull involving a cryptocurrency named GME. The incident underscores the ongoing regulatory scrutiny facing the blockchain industry and highlights the need for robust consumer protection mechanisms to prevent fraudulent activities.
Source: Cryptopolitan
The Gambia’s Blockchain-Powered Digital Infrastructure Plan
The Gambia is embarking on an ambitious project to develop blockchain-powered digital infrastructure. This initiative aims to enhance governance, improve transparency, and boost economic growth. By leveraging blockchain technology, The Gambia seeks to position itself as a trailblazer in utilizing decentralized solutions for national development.
Source: Coingeek
Reflections and Projections
The blockchain ecosystem’s diversity is evident in today’s stories. KuCoin’s launch of the Trump Token and the embedding of Donald Trump’s image on the Bitcoin blockchain illustrate the interplay of culture and technology. Meanwhile, Ripple’s academic partnership with Trinity College highlights the sector’s commitment to solving foundational challenges.
The SEC’s enforcement actions remind us of the importance of regulatory oversight in ensuring the industry’s integrity. Lastly, The Gambia’s forward-thinking adoption of blockchain for national infrastructure development serves as an inspiring example of blockchain’s potential to drive meaningful change.
As the industry evolves, the balance between innovation, regulation, and ethical considerations will remain critical.
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