From Merlion to Metaverse: Singapore’s Next Leap Isn’t Myth - It’s Money.”
Singapore’s legends speak of the Merlion - a lion rising from the sea - symbolising a trading port reborn as a global financial hub. Today, that same spirit of transformation defines its youth. But their new symbol isn’t a mythical creature - it’s a crypto wallet app.
In 2025, 28% of Singapore’s population owns cryptocurrency, one of the highest global adoption rates. Among Gen Z and Millennials - the very generation shaping tomorrow’s payments ecosystem - that number climbs to 40%. For them, digital wallets aren’t just holding tokens; they’re holding identity, agency, and aspiration.
And the FinTechs that understand this are already preparing for their next Merlion moment with white label wallet development.
The Digital Alchemy: Why Crypto Payments Became Singapore’s Youth Currency
A 2025 study shows that 41% of respondents use cryptocurrency for online shopping, 36% report using it to pay bills, and 27% for brick-and-mortar shopping. Over half (52%) of respondents have made payments using crypto, while 67% say they will use crypto to pay more in the future.
It all indicates a larger narrative.
These numbers tell a larger story. Gen Z grew up in a nation where 68% prefer PayNow as their default payment method (Sumsub). They shifted from cash to QR codes, from QR to crypto. Every transition feels natural, rather than disruptive.
Crypto payments embody what Singapore’s youth value most: autonomy, immediacy, and global reach. A Cointelegraph report highlights that 94% of Singaporeans are aware of cryptocurrencies - a level of awareness that creates fertile ground for continued FinTech advancement and growth.
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