2026 Institutional Investor Digital Assets Survey Findings

This document is a report detailing the findings from the 2026 Institutional Investor Digital Assets Survey conducted by Coinbase and EY-Parthenon. The survey, which included 351 institutional decision-makers, highlights a shift in investment strategies among institutional investors in response to recent market volatility. Key findings indicate that 49% of respondents have heightened their focus on risk management, liquidity, and position sizing. The report outlines that regulatory clarity is a significant driver for increasing digital asset holdings, with 65% of investors citing it as a key factor. Furthermore, the report notes that two-thirds of investors prefer exposure to digital assets through regulated products such as ETFs and ETPs. The document also discusses the growing role of stablecoins and tokenization in facilitating digital asset participation and improving market structure. Overall, the findings suggest a trend towards more disciplined investment practices and a commitment to governance and compliance in the digital asset space.