Bitfinex Securities is approaching a new, significant milestone: the regulated platform for capital raising through tokenized securities is close to reaching 250 million dollars in digital assets issued. This achievement reflects the company’s rapid expansion in the digital finance sector and is accompanied by a new, ambitious step: the application to obtain the full Investment Exchange license at the Astana International Finance Centre (AIFC) in Kazakhstan.
Summary
Bitfinex Securities: From Regulatory Sandbox to Full Authorization
The story of Bitfinex Securities in the AIFC begins in September 2021, when the platform becomes part of the Fintech Lab, the regulatory sandbox created to promote the development of the financial industry in the region. Within this controlled environment, Bitfinex Securities has already issued 206 million dollars in tokenized securities, including the regular tokenized bond program of Mikro Kapital and the first Blockstream Mining Note.
Today, the platform announces that it has applied to migrate from the Fintech Lab and obtain the status of Authorised Investment Exchange. This step represents a significant upgrade, allowing Bitfinex Securities to operate with a full license within the AIFC, further strengthening its position in the international landscape of digital financial markets.
Sustained Growth Driven by Innovation and Trust
The year 2025 is proving to be a year full of achievements for Bitfinex Securities. Among the highlights of recent months are:
- The direct listing of TITAN1 and TITAN2, the first tokenized equity issuances of the platform, with a total value of 143 million pounds.
- The full redemption of the first tokenized bond by Mikro Kapital, which distributed 630,000 USDt to investors.
- The direct listing of the Blockstream Mining Note 2 (BMN2), which has opened new trading opportunities on the secondary market, with prices starting at less than 9 dollars, in line with the fair value.
These results demonstrate Bitfinex Securities’ ability to attract issuers and investors, reinforcing confidence in the tokenized securities model and the robustness of the platform.
The central role of regulation and technology
Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex Securities, emphasizes the importance of the regulatory framework offered by the AIFC:
“We continue to be grateful for the support received from the AIFC, which confirms itself as an innovator in the regulation of digital assets. After an initial successful licensing period, we are pleased to confirm our application for an upgrade to a full license in Astana this year. It is no surprise that forward-thinking jurisdictions like the AIFC are reaping the benefits of a clear and robust regulatory environment, capable of attracting and growing entities like Bitfinex Securities.”
Even Jesse Knutson, Head of Operations, highlights the value of the upcoming milestone:
“Approaching 250 million dollars in tokenized assets is a fundamental milestone, a sign of the trust built with issuers. All our listings are based on the Liquid Network, confirming the central role that the bitcoin ecosystem is assuming in the development of tokenized financial markets. With the growing demand for digital securities, we aim to further expand our offerings to make Bitfinex Securities the go-to platform for the entire spectrum of tokenized assets.”
International Presence and Regulatory Leadership
In addition to its activity in Kazakhstan, Bitfinex Securities also boasts a regulated presence in El Salvador, where since 2023 it operates under the supervision of the Commision Nacional de Activos Digitales. The platform was the first international entity to obtain a license under the country’s Digital Asset Issuance Law, confirming its pioneering vocation in the regulation of digital assets.
Bitfinex Securities: a new frontier for capital markets
Founded in 2021, Bitfinex Securities aims to leverage the potential of blockchain technology to transform capital markets globally. Among the platform’s strengths are:
- Solid regulation in innovative jurisdictions such as Kazakhstan and El Salvador.
- Transparent regulations and a favorable environment for the development of new digital financial products.
- Real-time settlement and continuous operation, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
- Access to global liquidity and support for self-custody, offering investors greater control over their assets.
These features make Bitfinex Securities a benchmark for those seeking efficiency, transparency, and innovation in digital capital markets.
Future Prospects: Towards an Increasingly Tokenized Finance
The journey of Bitfinex Securities confirms how the tokenization of assets is rapidly gaining ground among issuers and investors, thanks to advantages such as greater efficiency, reduced costs, and global accessibility. The imminent acquisition of the full AIFC license represents a further step forward towards creating a more open, secure, and dynamic financial ecosystem.
With the support of cutting-edge regulators and solid technology like bitcoin and the Liquid Network, Bitfinex Securities aims to lead the next phase of growth in digital capital markets, offering new opportunities to both issuers and investors worldwide.