Thailand’s digital asset market cooled in December, with official figures showing a notable decline in both overall market value and trading activity as investor sentiment softened toward the end of the year.

Data released by Thai regulators indicated that the total market value of digital assets fell by seven point two nine per cent from the previous month, while average daily trading volume dropped by nearly thirty per cent.

The slowdown followed several months of more stable performance and mirrored broader global trends marked by profit-taking, cautious positioning and reduced speculative activity.

Market participants attributed the pullback to a combination of seasonal factors, tighter global financial conditions and a wait-and-see approach ahead of policy signals from major economies.

Despite the December contraction, Thai authorities emphasised that the market remains structurally sound, supported by a clear regulatory framework, licensed exchanges and ongoing oversight by the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Officials have reiterated their commitment to balancing innovation with investor protection, noting that periods of consolidation are a normal feature of developing digital asset markets.

Industry representatives also pointed out that longer-term participation remains resilient, with the number of registered accounts holding steady and institutional interest continuing to develop.

As 2026 begins, analysts expect trading activity to recover gradually, depending on global market conditions and the pace of adoption of regulated digital asset products in Thailand.

The December figures underscore short-term volatility while highlighting the country’s continued focus on building a stable and transparent digital finance ecosystem.