The cryptocurrency adoption rate in Singapore has risen from 29% in 2025 to 32% in 2026, according to the 2026 edition of the Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index. The motivations of crypto investors are varied, ranging from wealth accumulation (31%) to legacy planning (36%) and wealth preservation (20%). Download the IRCI report Crypto investors by age […]
The 2026 edition of the Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) yielded interesting insights into cryptocurrency awareness in Singapore: general awareness remains high, with 86% of respondents familiar with at least one cryptocurrency. While engaged segments like the sandwich class continue to show strong awareness, this represents an 8 percentage-point decline from 2025, though it may […]
Half see investing as their main path to long-term wealth, 42% use crypto as core portfolio tool Only 19% view traditional career progression as their route to financial success 48% have held their crypto for 3-5 years, with more deliberate allocation, disciplined investing and active portfolio management Singapore, 15 April 2026: Singaporeans in the sandwich […]
IRCI Singapore highlights and key stats 21% of Singaporeans in the sandwich class believe financial success is about maintaining their standard of living in any economic climate 50% of the sandwich class views investing as key to building and sustaining long-term wealth 1 in 3 sandwich class crypto investors invest S$501 to S$1,000 monthly 80% […]
To help combat the increasing number of scam sites impersonating Independent Reserve, we’ve launched a new resource to help users verify our official channels. How to use the channel verification page 1. Visit www.independentreserve.com/sg/verify. 2. From the dropdown, select the channel you would like to verify (Website, social media channels, email or contact number). 3. […]
Becoming an Accredited Investor (AI) opens the doors to sophisticated products and solutions not typically available to retail investors. Why qualify as an Accredited Investor with Independent Reserve? Accredited Investors are generally considered financially sophisticated and capable of safeguarding their own interests, including by assessing risks independently. As a result, they are subject to fewer […]
Say hello to the new Independent Reserve mobile app, redesigned to make trading faster, simpler, and more intuitive. While the app has a fresh new look and feel, our top priority remains providing a secure crypto-trading mobile app experience. What’s new? Across the app, a more refined and modern interface introduces better spacing, clearer hierarchy, […]
Table of contentsRebalancing the portfolio; Crypto no longer an outlier; The exploration phase; Infrastructure matters A 2025 global study by BNY of 282 single-family offices found that 74% have invested in or are actively exploring Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, a 21% increase in just 12 months. At the same time, the proportion of family offices […]
Table of contentsWhat are risk assets?; What is global liquidity?; Why is crypto more volatile?; Other common macro triggers; Correlation isn’t constant “Why is crypto down today?” is a question that you might find yourself asking from time to time. A helpful starting point is to recognise that crypto is primarily considered to be a […]
Table of contentsHow does the Travel Rule affect me?; Discovered funds that may belong to you; I sent my funds, but I don’t see them in my receiving wallet; Depositing and withdrawing to a third-party external wallet Introduced in June 2019 by global regulators, the Travel Rule is designed to prevent money laundering and terrorism […]
Table of contentsStep-by-step guide: USDC to SGD on Independent ReserveCreate an Independent Reserve account; Deposit USDC into your Independent Reserve account; Convert your USDC to SGD; Withdraw SGD to your bank account; Frequently Asked Questions Independent Reserve is a MAS-licensed cryptocurrency exchange in Singapore. You can safely convert your USDC to SGD and withdraw directly […]
Table of contentsCreate an account; Deposit SGD with PayNow/Bank transfer Mobile app Desktop; Buy USDC on Independent Reserve Mobile app Desktop; Frequently asked questions Customers in Singapore can securely buy USDC by making transfers to reputable exchanges such as Independent Reserve, one of Singapore’s longest-running and most trusted cryptocurrency exchanges. This guide walks you through […]
