A new investor sentiment report by crypto investment platform Mudrex has revealed that over 71% of Indian crypto investors are in favour of regulation over prohibition. The findings point to a growing desire for legal clarity and formal oversight within the cryptocurrency ecosystem, especially among retail and young investors.
Despite existing tax rules and banking restrictions, investors continue to explore digital assets for long-term returns. The majority surveyed indicated that they would welcome regulatory frameworks that define clear boundaries and promote secure innovation. This signals a shift from speculative trading to a more mature outlook on digital finance.
Crypto adoption driven by long-term goals
The report suggests that Indian users are not chasing quick profits but are using crypto for structured wealth-building. More than half of the investors surveyed said they hold assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum for long-term goals such as retirement and family planning. Interestingly, the appetite for high-risk memecoins was comparatively low.
Respondents also revealed that they value crypto’s ability to offer portfolio diversification and hedge against inflation. Most investors are between the ages of 25 to 35, tech-savvy, and reside in urban centres. The survey included over 50,000 users on the Mudrex platform, offering a robust sample of India’s active crypto base.
Crypto education and compliance gaps persist
While sentiment is positive, the report also identified significant gaps in investor education and compliance awareness. Around 42% of respondents admitted to having limited understanding of how tax rules apply to their crypto holdings. Many also expressed confusion about the legality of different tokens, exchanges, and trading strategies.
Mudrex believes that investor protection mechanisms and transparent rules can help accelerate the formal adoption of crypto in India. The company has advocated for frameworks that balance innovation with consumer safeguards and discourage malicious actors.
As India’s digital economy expands and discussions around CBDCs, tokenisation, and blockchain infrastructure intensify, the demand for a stable crypto regulatory environment is only expected to grow. The survey reinforces that investors are not looking to bypass the system—they’re waiting for it to evolve.
