DeFi confidence grows with experience as users look toward 2026

"Sentiment among DeFi users remains positive heading into 2026, with 72% of respondents globally expressing optimism about the sector's future. U.S. users reported one of the highest confidence levels at 83%, while sentiment across Asian markets was comparatively more muted, with respondents in Singapore (64%), Taiwan (63%) and in Hong Kong (56%)."

"When analysing the data by DeFi experience, 1inch found that optimism jumps after the first year spent in crypto. The highest levels of optimism for 2026 are found among experienced users, with those holding more than one year of experience showing consistently high positive sentiment of around 73%, compared to just over 60% among newcomers."

"The survey also looked into the biggest frustrations of DeFi users, finding that paying gas is the number one annoyance, mentioned by 27% of respondents. Second is security risks with 22%, followed by Failed or slow transactions at 18% and bridges at 14%."

A survey of 8,199 DeFi users reveals strong positive sentiment heading into 2026, with 72% expressing optimism globally. U.S. users show the highest confidence at 83%, while Asian markets display more moderate sentiment, ranging from 56% to 64%. Optimism increases significantly after the first year in crypto, with experienced users maintaining around 73% positive sentiment compared to 60% among newcomers. Gas fees emerge as the primary frustration for 27% of respondents, followed by security risks at 22%, slow transactions at 18%, and bridge concerns at 14%. U.S. users prioritize practical issues like fees and security, while non-U.S. respondents emphasize regulatory uncertainty and market structure concerns.

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