Will Crypto markets in 2026 be any different from 2025?

Varun Mittal, Founder, Fintech Nation

24-Nov-25 08:45

Will Crypto markets in 2026 be any different from 2025?

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Crypto markets are seeing major developments as the Singapore Exchange (SGX) launches perpetual futures for Bitcoin and Ethereum today. At the same time, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is easing its exam focus on crypto for 2026. We speak with Varun Mittal, Founder of Fintech Nation, on these developments and the outlook of cryptos.

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Produced by: Jake Lim, Sharraadh Jeyakuhan

Presented by: Wong Shou Ning, Philip See

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Categories: markets

Tags: perpetual futures, cryptocurrency, singapore exchange, securities and exchange commission, examination,

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