Crypto has a funny way of arriving before the meeting agenda catches up. Many credit union members have already made room for it, even as their financial institutions are still deciding what to do.
“Credit Unions Sit on the Sidelines While Members Already Own Crypto” is a PYMNTS Intelligence and Velera collaboration. The report is based on a March 2026 survey of 500 U.S. credit union executives. It examines how these leaders view member demand for cryptocurrency and stablecoins. It also explores their current plans, operational readiness and biggest concerns.
The findings reveal a clear opening for credit unions. Many institutions see limited demand today, but younger members are already buying crypto and showing interest…
