Despite getting burned in one of crypto’s biggest meltdowns, FTX creditors aren’t throwing in the towel. A recent survey by NFTevening and Storible reveals that 79% of FTX victims plan to jump right back into the crypto pool – because apparently, some lessons just don’t stick.
The study, which gathered responses from 1,016 FTX creditors in February 2025, shows these resilient (or perhaps stubborn) investors plan to reinvest about 29% of their reimbursement funds. Initial repayments began processing on February 18, 2025, for claims under $50,000.
And here’s the kicker: Solana, one of the tokens closely tied to the FTX drama, remains their favorite pick. A whopping 62% of creditors are eyeing SOL for their comeback story, with 71% ready to double down if prices dip below $145.
The crypto landscape they’re diving back into looks vastly different from the FTX days. Bitcoin has smashed through $100K, spot ETFs are pulling in billions, and daily active addresses have doubled to 18.5 million. The total value locked in DeFi protocols has surged by 120% in 2024, showing remarkable sector growth. The market depth has significantly improved, suggesting more stable valuations ahead.
It’s like the industry got a complete makeover while everyone was busy watching the FTX soap opera unfold.
Ethereum isn’t being totally ignored, claiming second place with 31% of planned reinvestments. BNB Chain follows at 16%, while 9% of creditors are playing it cool, exploring other blockchain neighborhoods.
These folks are spreading their bets around – maybe they’ve learned something after all.
The survey, which targeted creditors with either 10% of their portfolio in SOL or $100+ held for over a year, paints a picture of surprisingly unwavering faith in crypto’s future.
Despite losing billions in the FTX collapse, these investors view the market downturn as a shopping opportunity. They’re not just dipping their toes back in – they’re diving headfirst.
The crypto world’s watching this remarkable display of investor resilience (or collective amnesia, depending on how you look at it).
With AI and crypto narratives heating up in 2025, these battle-scarred investors might just have the last laugh.
