Study reveals UAE top in world’s most crypto-obsessed 10 countries

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By Arya M Nair, Content Head
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A recent study by Atmos, an innovative proprietary trading platform by Taurex, has ranked the world’s most crypto-obsessed countries by analyzing adoption, interest, and accessibility.

The ranking is based on four key factors: cryptocurrency ownership rates, adoption growth, search activity per capita, and the number of Bitcoin ATMs. Ownership rate and adoption growth reflect how deeply crypto is integrated into daily life. Search volume indicates public interest, while Bitcoin ATMs measure physical accessibility.

In the end, a final crypto-obsession score out of 100 was created, with higher scores representing stronger engagement.

The United Arab Emirates is the world’s most crypto-obsessed country in 2025, with a score of 98.4, having the highest cryptocurrency ownership rate at 25.3 percent of its population. The country has exceptional adoption growth at 210 percent and moderate searches despite having minimal Bitcoin ATM infrastructure.

Singapore follows closely in second place, scoring 97.5. Nearly a quarter of its population owns cryptocurrency, and the country has seen a 150 percent increase in adoption. With 160K monthly crypto searches, Singapore maintains its reputation as one of the most engaged markets in the space despite lacking any Bitcoin ATMs.

The United States ranks third with a score of 85.4. While its ownership rate (15.5 percent) is lower than the top two, the country leads in Bitcoin ATMs, housing nearly 30K nationwide. It also records the highest number of crypto searches, surpassing 4.2 million monthly, indicating a continued mainstream interest in digital assets.

Canada places fourth with a composite score of 72. The country has witnessed the highest adoption growth rate at 225 percent, with 10.1 percent of its population now holding cryptocurrency. The country hosts the second-largest Bitcoin ATM network globally with 3,561 machines, dramatically fewer than the US but thousands more than any previous country.

Turkey secures the fifth spot with a score of 67.8. Crypto ownership is the third highest at 19.3 percent, and monthly searches reach 802K. While adoption growth (135 percent) is slightly lower than other top-ranked countries, Turkey’s increasing reliance on digital assets amid economic uncertainty highlights its strong position in the crypto market.

Nick Cooke_Atmos Cryptocurrency-Obsessed Countries
Nick Cooke
CEO – Atmos

“Cryptocurrency adoption is not just about investment trends. It is reshaping financial systems worldwide. In some regions, it is a hedge against inflation and currency instability, while in others, it is a step toward a more digitized economy. What truly drives adoption is not just interest but accessibility. When regulatory clarity, payment integration, and real-world utility align, crypto moves from speculation to a fundamental part of everyday transactions. As global financial landscapes shift, the countries embracing this evolution will be the ones setting the standard for the future of digital finance.”

Germany ranks sixth with a score of 61, Switzerland ranks seventh with a score of 58.1, known for its crypto-friendly “Crypto Valley” region.

Australia follows in eighth place, scoring 56.6, Argentina ranks ninth with a score of 55.1. South Korea rounds out the top 10 with a score of 52.2, characterized by technological integration but limited physical infrastructure.

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