45% of Gen Z want crypto for Christmas, but this gift comes with risk. Here are 2 safer alternatives some experts prefer

They used to want things like sneakers, gadgets and gift cards. But this year, all that Gen Z seems to want for Christmas is crypto. According to a recent survey, 45% of Gen Z say they would love to unwrap cryptocurrency gifts on Christmas morning, which is nearly double the rate of all Americans at 28% (1). Must Read With Bitcoin prices dipping to around $92,000 after peaking at more than $125,000 back in October 2025 (2), many young people seem to think this is the right time to buy into this asset cl ...