More than 25% of South Koreans in their 20s to 50s now own digital assets according to a new Hana Institute of Finance report released Sunday. Crypto investments make up 14% of their financial portfolios with Bitcoin remaining the top choice for 60% of investors. People in their 40s lead with 31% participation followed by those in their 30s at 28% and 50s at 25%.

Around 78% of investors in their 50s use crypto to build funds and 53% said they are preparing for retirement. Over 70% of respondents are interested in expanding crypto investments. Nearly half would invest more if traditional banks played a bigger role and 35% want stronger legal protections for confidence.

Regular crypto purchases have tripled from 10% to 34% showing maturing patterns. Mid-term trading rose from 26% to 47% while short-term trading fell slightly. Investors are turning to official exchanges and analytics instead of word-of-mouth as they seek growth diversification and stability.

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