80% of wealthy individuals view crypto positively compared to only 23% of pension plans. Pension funds typically adopt cautious strategies to safeguard the retirement funds of individuals. Recent findings from Fidelity Digital Assets reveal a growing acceptance among pension funds towards exploring crypto investments.

Manuel Nordeste, VP at Fidelity Digital Assets, observed at a London event that investment committees of pension funds and defined benefit plans are starting discussions on the potential of investing in cryptocurrencies. Nordeste noted that cryptocurrency is attracting interest from informed investors like family offices and high-net-worth individuals.

Prior to establishing Fidelity Digital Assets in 2018, the company gained attention from family offices, specialized asset managers, and hedge funds before moving on to larger institutional investors. Nordeste reflected on the company's evolution, stating that they are now engaging with institutional investors and corporate clients.

Research by Fidelity Digital Assets shows that 80% of high-net-worth individuals have a positive view of cryptocurrencies, while only 23% of pension plans share the same sentiment. Additionally, over half of affluent individuals have invested in digital assets, contrasting sharply with the meager seven percent involvement from pension funds.

While smaller businesses are more agile and open to risks due to fewer investment restrictions, pension funds are bound by time-consuming processes and specific market conditions. Concerns about the uncertainty of regulatory frameworks and the risks associated with highly volatile assets have led pension funds to maintain a conservative investment approach to safeguard the retirement savings of future retirees.