Sygnum Reveals 87% of Surveyed Asian HNWIs Hold Crypto Amid Rapid Market Maturation

Core Insights - A significant 87% of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in Asia currently hold digital assets, with 60% planning to increase their allocations, indicating a maturing digital asset landscape in the region [1][3][2] Group 1: Digital Asset Adoption - The Sygnum APAC HNWI Report 2025 surveyed over 270 wealthy and professional investors across 10 Asia-Pacific markets, revealing that digital assets are becoming integral to long-term wealth strategies [2] - 49% of respondents allocate more than 10% of their portfolios to crypto, with median exposure in the 10–20% range [3] Group 2: Investment Behavior - 90% of respondents view digital assets as crucial for long-term wealth preservation and generational planning, with diversification now being the primary motivation for investment decisions [5] - There is a rising appetite for sophisticated investment products among HNWIs, including actively managed strategies and yield-enhanced products [6] Group 3: Regulatory Environment - Singapore's Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) framework and Hong Kong's evolving digital asset regulations are creating the necessary infrastructure for traditional wealth managers to offer crypto services [8] - The expectation is shifting towards traditional wealth managers to adapt and provide crypto exposure, as investors are increasingly moving funds away from advisors who do not meet this demand [7]