Europe’s Leading Countries in Cryptocurrency Adoption

The United Kingdom, Germany, and Liechtenstein are setting the pace for crypto integration across Europe, as highlighted in the European Crypto Adoption Report by CoinsPaid.

As reported on CryptoDaily, the report examines how regulatory flexibility and forward-thinking policies are shaping the continent’s crypto landscape.

CoinsPaid, a comprehensive ecosystem for cryptocurrency payments and solutions, analyzed 41 European countries across five dimensions: regulation, business activity, taxation, technology, and accessibility.

“Europe’s crypto scene isn’t just about trading. It’s about infrastructure, policy, and innovation,” noted Max Krupyshev, CEO of CoinsPaid. “The Web3 industry is becoming deeply integrated not only within the fintech sector but also into people’s daily lives. With this Index, we’ve given the industry a mirror — to see where progress is real and where ambition still outpaces reality.”

Between 2020 and 2024, crypto adoption across Europe has shown steady growth. While progress varies among nations, the general trend remains upward, driven by technological advancements and maturing regulations.

Key Findings from the Report

• The United Kingdom, Germany, and Liechtenstein top the list of European crypto adopters.
• Nations with stronger GDP scores tend to have higher levels of adoption.
• Countries that joined the EU after 2000 typically rank mid-range but display significant variability.
• Georgia stands out among EU candidate countries, largely due to proactive regulatory efforts.
• The United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein lead the index through innovation-friendly regulation, while Germany and France benefit from institutional strength and economic scale.

Research Methodology
CoinsPaid’s study evaluated indirect indicators across five core areas — technology, infrastructure, regulation, taxation, and public engagement — using data from 41 European countries over a five-year period. The team applied advanced statistical models, including Partial Least Squares (PLS) regression, to produce a comprehensive index reflecting Europe’s evolving crypto readiness.

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