Join us as we look back on some of the most notable achievements that Bitfinex Securities has realised in its journey to create thriving capital markets built on a Bitcoin foundation and leveraging the evolutionary technological leap forward provided by digital assets and tokenisation.
Launch of Bitfinex Securities
Bitfinex Securities officially launched in September 2021 as one of the first trading venues dedicated to tokenised securities. Bitfinex Securities aims to bridge digital asset infrastructure with traditional markets by offering a regulated environment for issuing and trading tokenised debt and equity instruments. Its opening signaled the growing convergence between blockchain-based innovation and legacy financial systems.
Establishment of Operations in the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC)
Early operations were launched in the Astana International Financial Centre in Kazakhstan, a jurisdiction with a regulatory sandbox designed to accommodate fintech experimentation. This location provided Bitfinex Securities with the flexibility to issue and trade tokenised securities under a supervised framework while shaping future licensing requirements.
First Tokenised Debt Offering via Mikro Kapital
Bitfinex Securities executed its first tokenised debt issuance with Mikro Kapital, a microfinance firm. The offering marked a breakthrough by demonstrating how tokenisation could be applied to real-world lending markets. It also validated the platform’s potential to provide new capital-raising avenues for businesses and alternative assets to investors.
Launch of the Nexbridge Tokenised Debt Offering
Bitfinex Securities expanded its portfolio with Nexbridge, another debt-focused issuance that underscored the adaptability of blockchain infrastructure for securitised debt. This deal further established tokenisation as a mechanism to modernise traditional debt instruments, offering efficiency, transparency, and global reach.
Partnership with Alternative
The partnership with Alternative introduced additional structured offerings, diversifying the platform’s securities base. It reflected how tokenised debt could be adopted across jurisdictions with established financial reputations, bridging innovative technology with traditional finance centres.
Expansion into El Salvador
Building on its base in Astana, Bitfinex Securities opened operations in El Salvador, receiving the first Digital Assets license issued under the Digital Assets law, following the country’s adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender, and the passing of its Digital Assets regulatory framework. This move was both symbolic and strategic, aligning with El Salvador’s push to position itself as a hub for Bitcoin innovation while allowing Bitfinex Securities to develop within a unique regulatory environment.
Astana Sandbox Transition Toward Full Licensing
Bitfinex Securities has begun moving from the AIFC’s regulatory sandbox to a fully licensed status. This transition represented a critical step in regulatory maturation, as sandbox testing is transitioning into permanent licensing designed to accommodate long-term growth and wider institutional engagement.
Cumulative Assets Under Management Near $250 Million
Bitfinex Securities’ growing adoption is reflected in its approaching $250 million in assets under management (AUM). This figure shows the appetite for tokenised securities among investors and issuers alike, positioning Bitfinex Securities as one of the most active players in this nascent market.
Role as a Pioneer in Tokenised Debt Markets
Through multiple issuances and regulatory breakthroughs, Bitfinex Securities has positioned itself as one of the first platforms to demonstrate the feasibility of tokenised debt markets at scale. This pioneering role highlights the importance of regulated trading venues in creating the foundation for broader adoption of tokenised financial instruments.
Continued Integration of Global Regulatory Developments
Bitfinex Securities has continually adapted to evolving regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions, from Kazakhstan to El Salvador. Its ability to integrate these diverse approaches reflects the broader evolution of tokenised markets and the regulatory pathways being carved out for their mainstream adoption.
Paving the Way forward for a Dynamic New Asset Class
Bitfinex Securities has established itself as a key player in the emerging field of tokenised securities, laying the groundwork for broader adoption of this asset class. By demonstrating the viability of tokenised debt through offerings with Mikro Kapital, Nexbridge, and Alternative (Luxembourg), while also expanding across regulatory jurisdictions such as Kazakhstan’s AIFC and El Salvador, the platform has shown that tokenisation can bridge global capital markets with modern digital infrastructure. These achievements not only highlight Bitfinex Securities’ adaptability but also mark a significant step toward the normalisation of Bitcoin-based financial instruments in regulated environments.
Looking ahead, the trajectory suggests a bright future for both Bitfinex Securities and the tokenised securities market as a whole. With nearly $250 million in assets under management and a transition toward full licensing in established jurisdictions, Bitfinex Securities is positioned to attract greater institutional participation. As more issuers and investors explore tokenisation for efficiency, transparency, and global reach, tokenised securities are likely to evolve from niche experiments into a widely recognised asset class. Bitfinex Securities’ early role in this transformation places it at the forefront of a financial shift that could fundamentally reshape how debt, equity, and other instruments are issued and traded in the coming decade.
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