Younger Generations Open to Receiving Crypto Pensions, Bitget Research Finds

Younger generations are increasingly interested in cryptocurrency-focused pension funds, with up to 20% of Gen Z and Alpha open to the idea of receiving a pension in cryptocurrency, according to a Bitget Research report. The report also found that 78% of respondents expressed greater trust in alternative retirement savings options over traditional pension funds. The findings suggest a growing preference for decentralized finance and blockchain-based solutions among young people, with 40% of individuals in these age groups having already invested in cryptocurrency as of January 2025. However, the report acknowledged price volatility, regulatory uncertainty, and cybersecurity threats as key obstacles to widespread crypto adoption.