A Preply study revealed that around 40% of surveyed Gen Z crypto investors in the U.S. admitted to lacking confidence in their cryptocurrency knowledge. This uncertainty was even more evident among millennials (35%) and Gen X (32%). Additionally, the study highlighted that 60% of U.S. crypto investors were unaware of what blockchain is.

However, despite this lack of knowledge, the study indicated that 27% of individuals who had never invested in crypto expressed interest in taking classes to enhance their understanding. Gender-wise, 54% of men and 53% of women surveyed showed interest in learning more about crypto.

Generationally, Gen X displayed the highest interest, with 57% expressing a desire to learn more, while Gen Z showed the lowest interest at 41%.

Regarding non-crypto digital assets, the study found varying levels of interest across generations. For instance, 12% of millennials reported having invested in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) compared to only 4% of Baby Boomers.

Regarding NFTs and the metaverse, the survey noted that only 42% of respondents felt confident in their understanding of these concepts, suggesting a need for education. Consequently, while 11% were enthusiastic about investing in NFTs, a larger 32% were curious about the metaverse.

However, the study highlighted that U.S. residents who invested in NFTs often also invested in crypto, indicating a potential progression towards exploring other digital assets.