Triton Liquid Fund, a leading player in digital asset hedge fund management, has taken a significant step by obtaining its full Financial Services Permission (FSP) licence from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This development empowers the firm to establish, manage, and operate diversified collective investment portfolios, cementing its position in the region’s expanding digital financial ecosystem.
The fund, which has been strategically supported by New York-based venture capital firm FJ Labs, relocated its global headquarters to Abu Dhabi earlier this year. The move aligns with ADGM’s initiative to position itself as a hub for innovative financial technologies. Triton Liquid Fund had already garnered in-principle approval from ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) prior to this latest authorization. The FSP licence enables the company to manage substantial portfolios while adhering to stringent regulatory frameworks established by ADGM.
This development is part of Triton’s broader growth strategy. Since its inception, the fund has achieved remarkable results, including a 108% return on investments as of March 2024. These returns have been driven by strategic investments in key digital asset platforms, such as Synthetix and Solana, which are known for their role in decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain technology.
Chris Keshian, the fund’s founder and Chief Investment Officer, has emphasized the transformative potential of digital assets. Triton’s investment approach is distinct from traditional equity models, as it employs real-time, open-source data to deliver predictive insights, offering investors enhanced transparency and control. This methodology is seen as a bridge between venture capital and public equity investing, designed to capitalize on the rapid evolution of blockchain and cryptocurrency markets.
The decision to establish headquarters in Abu Dhabi reflects the United Arab Emirates’ growing prominence as a global hub for financial innovation and digital technologies. The country’s regulatory environment and thriving fintech ecosystem have made it an attractive destination for firms like Triton seeking to expand their influence in the Middle East and beyond. According to Keshian, the UAE’s supportive framework for blockchain and DeFi projects is a significant factor in the fund’s relocation.
Triton Liquid Fund plans to further scale its operations by raising an additional $50 million in capital this year. This follows an earlier $30 million investment from FJ Labs, a firm with a track record of backing successful ventures like Stripe, Revolut, and Klarna. The additional funding will enable Triton to broaden its portfolio and explore new opportunities in the dynamic world of digital assets.
