Sygnum and Starboard Digital Raise Over 750 Bitcoin for BTC Alpha Fund

Sygnum Bank and Starboard Digital raise over $65 million for BTC Alpha Fund, which posted an 8.9% return in its first quarter through systematic arbitrage strategies.

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Summary

Sygnum Bank and Starboard Digital raised over 750 bitcoin (worth $65 million) for the BTC Alpha Fund, a market-neutral investment vehicle. The fund delivered an 8.9% annualized net return in its first quarter, with a target of 8-10% annual returns through systematic arbitrage strategies. It offers shares eligible as collateral for Lombard loans via Sygnum, allowing investors to unlock liquidity without selling bitcoin holdings. The fund has generated significant institutional interest, reflecting growing demand for bitcoin-based yield strategies.

Terms & Concepts
  • Systematic Arbitrage: A trading strategy that seeks to exploit price differences in the same asset across different markets to generate steady returns, regardless of market direction.
  • Lombard Loans: Loans secured against assets such as shares, which can be used as collateral to unlock liquidity without selling the underlying assets.