Nexo report points to operational friction as the biggest investor barrier
THE SO WHAT
If high-net-worth investors cite operational friction — not conviction — as the main barrier to crypto, the next wave of growth is a UX and compliance problem. Builders in digital assets should prioritize onboarding, custody flows, and tax/reporting integrations over new token mechanics.
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