Bybit, DigiFT & UBS uMINT: A New Era for Institutional Crypto Investment
DUBAI, UAE – October 14, 2025 – In a move poised to reshape the landscape of institutional cryptocurrency investment, Bybit, the second-largest cryptocurrency exchange globally by trading volume, has announced a strategic collaboration with DigiFT to support UBS’s USD Money Market Investment Fund Token (UBS uMINT). This isn’t just another partnership; it’s a significant step towards seamlessly integrating traditional finance (TradFi) with the burgeoning digital asset economy, offering a glimpse into the future of finance. This is breaking news for anyone watching the convergence of these two worlds.
UBS uMINT: Tokenizing Traditional Finance
UBS uMINT, the first tokenized investment fund launched by UBS Asset Management, represents a groundbreaking approach to money market investments. Built on the public Ethereum blockchain, the fund offers investors a familiar investment vehicle – a money market fund – but with the added benefits of blockchain technology: increased transparency, efficiency, and accessibility. Launched to third-party investors in November 2024 and distributed through authorized partners, uMINT is quickly gaining traction. DigiFT, a Singapore and Hong Kong-regulated platform specializing in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, is currently the largest distributor of the fund by volume.
Bybit & DigiFT: Unlocking Liquidity and Collateralization
The core of this collaboration lies in Bybit’s decision to allow shares of the UBS tokenized money market investment fund, distributed via DigiFT, to be used as collateral on its trading platform. This is a game-changer for institutional investors. Traditionally, accessing liquidity in money market funds required navigating complex and often slow processes. Now, Bybit provides a streamlined solution, allowing investors to leverage their uMINT holdings for trading activities, enhancing capital efficiency and potentially boosting returns. Think of it as unlocking the value tied up in a traditionally illiquid asset.
What Does This Mean for Institutional Investors?
Ben Zhou, Co-Founder and CEO of Bybit, emphasized the partnership’s potential to “make it possible for more traditional institutions to get more out of their tokenized money market products.” Yoyee Wang, Head of Bybit’s B2B Business Unit, added that the collaboration provides institutional clients with access to a “high-quality, regulated product” backed by a globally trusted financial brand, all while benefiting from Bybit’s robust infrastructure. This isn’t just about technology; it’s about trust and regulatory compliance. DigiFT’s regulated status, licensed by both the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, is a key factor in building confidence among institutional investors hesitant to enter the crypto space.
The Rise of Real World Assets (RWAs) and the Future of Finance
This partnership highlights the growing trend of Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization. RWAs – everything from real estate and commodities to debt and, as in this case, money market funds – are being brought onto the blockchain, offering increased transparency, fractional ownership, and improved liquidity. Henry Zhang, Founder and Group CEO of DigiFT, succinctly put it: “a regulated real-world asset infrastructure can bring capital efficiency and transparency to the financial markets of the future.” The implications are far-reaching. Imagine a future where all assets are tokenized, creating a more efficient, accessible, and transparent global financial system.
Bybit’s move isn’t isolated. Exchanges are increasingly recognizing the importance of bridging the gap between TradFi and Web3. This collaboration strengthens Bybit’s B2B and institutional services portfolio, solidifying its position as a key player in the evolving financial landscape. As more traditional financial institutions explore the benefits of tokenization, expect to see further partnerships and innovations emerge, accelerating the adoption of digital assets and reshaping the future of finance. The convergence is happening now, and Bybit, DigiFT, and UBS are leading the charge.
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