Perception as a Driver of Adoption: Exploring Digital Currency Acceptance
Abstract
We live in an era of a rapid digital transformation where we can see a shift from traditional to digital that has triggered critical concerns regarding the variables influencing the adoption of digital currency. This study explores how perception affects the adoption of digital currencies, by using structural equation modelling (SEM) analysis and a global survey, the research finds that perceived ease of use, perceived utility, trust, social and motivation are the main factors influencing the acceptance of digital currencies, whereas financial expertise is less important. By using structural equation modeling (SEM) and data gathered from a worldwide survey, the results show that adoption behavior is greatly influenced by perception-based variables. On the other hand, the impact of financial knowledge on user acceptability is immaterial.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Technology Adoption and User Behaviour
Health
Technology
Consumer Behavior
Blockchain Technology Applications and Security
Publication details
- Journal / source
- ACADEMIA International Journal for Social Sciences
- Volume
- 5
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 169–183
- Publication date
- 10 February 2026
- Language
- EN