Uzbekistan Leads Central Asia in Cryptocurrency Adoption Index
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Over the past two years, Uzbekistan has climbed 54 spots
Uzbekistan ranks 33rd globally, leading Central Asia in cryptocurrency adoption, according to RISE Research.
Over the past two years, Uzbekistan has climbed 54 spots, achieving the fastest growth in the region. Around half a million Uzbeks now own cryptocurrency, making up 1.46% of the population.
Kazakhstan ranks 57th globally, securing second place in Central Asia. The country shows high engagement with the cryptocurrency market, with estimates from the National Bank of Kazakhstan suggesting that over 1.5 mln people, or around 8% of the population, participate in crypto trading.
Kyrgyzstan ranks 76th globally, but no specific data is available on the number of digital asset owners in the country.
