Bitcoin has emerged as one of the most searched terms in the US, beating out nearly all popular searches.
Highlights
- Bitcoin has emerged as one of the most searched terms in the US, beating out nearly all popular searches such as daily expenses, interests, and basic necessities.
- Elvis Presley comes in fourth place with 1.3 million searches, while Disney World ranks fifth, and Spiderman sixth.
- Bitcoin has surpassed highly searched items like religion, child support, health care, and politics which is a clear sign of widespread interest among Americans, especially in Nevada.
- Nevada is currently the most Bitcoin-crazy state in the United States with a search score of 100 according to Google Trends.
- The interest in Bitcoin in Nevada might be attributed to the state’s gambling reputation, low tax burden, and innovative spirit.
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