Gen Z Is Open To Crypto Dates For Valentine’s Day: Survey
Gen Z Americans may be open to paying for cryptocurrency, but most still don't put digital coins where their hearts are, according to a January Pollfish survey by crypto exchange OKX.
In a poll of 1,000 US adults, 13% of Gen Z respondents said they've paid their daily bills using crypto, but many said the main issue is practical: They don't have a direct way to pay in crypto.
Interest is extended over payments. Thirty-one percent of Gen Z respondents said receiving crypto as a Valentine's Day gift would be tempting, while 76% said financial literacy is an attractive trait in a partner, noting that for some enthusiasts “knowing your numbers” may be more attractive than knowing your zodiac sign.
Still, ownership seems limiting. OKX told Cointelegraph that 29.5% of respondents currently own or have previously owned crypto assets, suggesting that curiosity about crypto does not directly translate into daily use.
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The gap between “it's open” and “they actually did it” points to a common hurdle for crypto: In many everyday settings, it's still easier to tap a card than pay directly with a wallet.
The survey found that two-thirds of respondents believe financial literacy plays well in the dating marketplace, with Gen Z (76%) and Millennials (75%) showing the highest support.
Familiarity with digital financial tools also carries weight. Between 52% and 55% of respondents said that knowledge of digital values such as cryptocurrencies and digital wallets makes a person more attractive as a partner.
But overall, only 17% of respondents said owning digital assets makes someone more attractive, compared to 30% of Millennials and 28% of Gen Z. The findings suggest that digital asset awareness is increasingly seen as part of broader financial literacy for younger cohorts.
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Crypto has also appeared in the dating headlines for minor romantic reasons. In the year In 2024, the US Federal Trade Commission issued a consumer warning regarding crypto-related dating scams. Canadian authorities issued a similar warning as crypto scammers flooded dating apps.
The rise of artificial intelligence has increased the threat of romance scams in crypto. In the year By 2025, fraudsters are increasingly using chatbots and deep fakes to manipulate victims emotionally and financially.
Perception is also mixed. While an OKX survey showed some are drawn to crypto, a 2024 survey by the Daily Psychology blog found that women ranked it among the least attractive male hobbies.
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