61% of Singaporeans Own Crypto: New Report Highlights Growth and Regulatory Challenges

November 20, 2025
61% of Singaporeans Own Crypto: New Report Highlights Growth and Regulatory Challenges
  • The collaboration combines MoneyHero’s fintech platform with Coinbase’s crypto expertise to generate insights for industry stakeholders, policymakers, and the public.

  • Key statistics reiterated: 61% ownership, average allocation 6–12%, 58% long-term holders, 22% active traders, and trust (65%) as the top criterion for exchange choice.

  • Trust is the top consideration when choosing a crypto exchange (65%), followed by fees (42%), underscoring the value of regulated, secure platforms.

  • Around 62% learned about crypto via social media, highlighting accessibility but also the risk of misinformation and a need for reliable educational sources.

  • Regulatory context: Singapore maintains a progressive but strict stance under the Payment Services Act, with MAS signaling crackdowns on unregulated activities and stronger regulation for stablecoins as they become more systemic.

  • Investors typically allocate under 10% of portfolios to crypto, with an average of about three tokens per holder, indicating disciplined diversification.

  • Among non-holders, 27% expect to invest within the next 12 months, signaling potential market growth.

  • There is a split view of crypto: 44% see it as an asset, 29% as a speculative tool, with 62% relying on social media for education.

  • The full press release provides further context on methodology, risk warnings, and opportunities for education and consumer protection within Singapore’s crypto ecosystem.

  • The report outlines three growth pillars for responsible crypto growth: education to close knowledge gaps, trust through security and regulatory compliance, and growth via inclusive access and risk-aware, long-term participation.

  • Singapore’s crypto market is described as entering a mature phase with higher ownership, cautious allocations, and trust-driven platform choices.

  • Disclaimer notes that MoneyHero and Coinbase do not hold DPT licenses or offer regulated services in Singapore; the release is informational only.

  • Another disclaimer states MoneyHero and its subsidiaries lack a license or exemption to operate as a Digital Payment Token service provider under Singapore regulations, which may raise questions about regulatory status.

  • A risk note clarifies that the press release is not a securities or regulated offering and outlines the scope of MoneyHero and Coinbase in Singapore.

  • MoneyHero is a tech- and AI-powered personal finance platform with operations across Greater Southeast Asia, featuring brands like MoneyHero, SingSaver, Money101, Moneymax, Seedly, and Creatory, backed by notable investors.

  • MoneyHero Limited and Coinbase Global released Pulse of Crypto — Singapore 2025, based on 3,513 participants, showing 61% of finance-focused Singaporeans currently own cryptocurrency and signaling broader retail participation.

  • Background sections describe MoneyHero and Coinbase, including operations, brand portfolio, and global missions.

  • The full report, including methodology and risk warnings, is available on SingSaver’s site.

  • Additional access to the full report on SingSaver’s website accompanies warnings about risks, methodology, and limitations.

  • The MAS regulatory environment emphasizes compliance and risk management, with recent actions against local crypto firms for overseas activity and penalties for non-compliance, underscoring strict oversight.

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