Over 50% of affluent Asian investors in a recent survey indicated intentions to boost their cryptocurrency investments in the coming years.
Sygnum’s APAC HNWI Report 2025 revealed that 60% of the high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) surveyed in Asia are ready to expand their crypto allocations due to a strong two- to five-year outlook.
The survey included 270 HNWIs with investable assets exceeding $1 million and experienced professional investors from ten APAC countries, primarily Singapore, along with Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, and Thailand.
Findings showed that a significant 90% of HNWIs regard digital assets as “essential for long-term wealth preservation and legacy planning, rather than mere speculation.”
“Digital assets are now an integral part of APAC’s private wealth landscape,” stated Gerald Goh, co-founder and CEO of Sygnum in APAC.
“Even amidst near-term macro uncertainties, we observe escalating adoption, fueled by strategic portfolio diversification, intergenerational wealth strategies, and demand for institutional-grade products.”
This marks a pivotal change in perception of crypto, transitioning it from a speculative investment to an established wealth management product.
Over half of portfolios exceed 10% in crypto
The survey disclosed that 87% of Asian HNWIs are already invested in crypto, and nearly 50% have allocations exceeding 10%. The average allocation in portfolios is around 17%.
Furthermore, 87% of investors indicated that they would request their private banks or advisors to introduce crypto services, if available through regulated partners.
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Additionally, 80% of active investors reported holding blockchain protocol tokens like Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), and Solana (SOL). The primary motivation for 56% of respondents was portfolio diversification.
Goh noted that the 17% allocation reflects a “different mindset” among HNWIs compared to the “2017 ‘get rich quick’ mentality.”
“These aren’t just speculators; they’re long-term investors considering intergenerational wealth transfer,” he explained to Cointelegraph.
APAC regulations encourage greater institutional engagement
When asked about Asia’s crypto regulatory environment, Goh posited that regulations in Asia have been more “specific and intentional” compared to other regions.
“The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has been remarkably prudent. They’ve tightened licensing, enhanced capital requirements, and limited retail access.”
“However, they’ve also established clarity regarding custody protocols, operational mandates, and investor safeguards.
“What may seem ‘restrictive’ is actually a robust foundation for institutions. The downside is that fewer service providers can meet the standards—but those that do are truly institutional-quality,” he remarked, noting that Hong Kong is following a similar trajectory.
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