Many are aware of crypto potential but they don't want to lose money, they re simply aware of its risks too, I have friends who aren't ready to lose a penny that's why they don't jump in yet and they like talking about the tech and the future possibilities
Risk is always a part of everything. In this career, risk is everything. You should trust your instinct in investing and trading. Having an in depth knowledge about what you are doing only lessen the risk that you take but still there is a risk on it. Do not be afraid on giving it a try since this one will be the future of our money.