Crypto Powerhouses Partner to Bring Regulated Digital Asset Funds to Hong Kong

Swiss-regulated crypto bank AMINA and Nasdaq-listed wealth manager Metalpha Technology are teaming up to launch new crypto investment products for Hong Kong's professional investors. Their first offering is the Principal Fund I, a crypto equity fund designed to give qualified clients secure and regulated exposure to the digital asset market.

The partnership comes as institutional interest in crypto surges, evidenced by the $150 billion in assets held by US Bitcoin ETFs. The Principal Fund I will target high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional investors.

Here are the key details of the new fund:

• Focus: It will invest in publicly traded crypto-related companies, including Coinbase, Circle, and MicroStrategy, as well as Hong Kong-listed firms in the digital asset space.
• Strategy: The fund will use derivative strategies to boost performance and manage risk, aiming for better returns than a direct investment in Bitcoin.
• Accessibility: The fund is available to professional investors in Hong Kong, with a $1 million minimum investment.
• Performance: Managed by Metalpha's LSQ Capital, the fund has already outperformed its benchmark index by over 20% since August 2024.

This collaboration marks a significant step in Hong Kong's move to build a robust, regulated crypto market. According to Michael Benz, Head of APAC at AMINA Bank, this partnership is a "natural evolution" toward broader adoption by professional investors. This fund is just the first of several planned products designed to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the digital asset world.

August 2025, Cryptoniteuae