A recent survey conducted by Paribu, a cryptocurrency exchange, in Turkey indicates a growing preference for cryptocurrencies over traditional investment options like real estate and stocks. The survey, titled '2024 Cryptocurrency Awareness and Perception Survey,' involved 2,002 interviews with individuals familiar with cryptocurrency and 541 interviews with active traders. Results showed that 56% of participants favored gold as their top investment choice, followed by foreign currency and then cryptocurrencies. In 2023, real estate was preferred over cryptocurrencies, but the trend shifted in 2024 with crypto surpassing real estate. The survey also highlighted the increasing awareness of cryptocurrencies in Turkey, with 99% of respondents being familiar with digital assets. Despite this, many investors remain unaware of blockchain technology, indicating a gap in understanding between crypto and its underlying infrastructure. Read more AI-generated news on: https://app.chaingpt.org/news