Halogen Capital, a Malaysia-based licensed digital asset fund manager, has signed with lender Affin Bank Berhad to distribute their Halogen Shariah Defensive Bitcoin Fund with an integrated capital preservation strategy.
This innovative fund aims to provide high net-worth individuals and institutional investors with a low-risk and secure pathway to harness the growth potential of Bitcoin, the duo said in a statement on Wednesday.
The fund will employ a buy-and-hold strategy that is a combination of low-risk Islamic deposits and high-growth active asset, Bitcoin.
This approach ensures the portfolio value is safeguarded from significant market volatility, providing investors with both stability and potential upside.
“The Halogen Shariah Defensive Bitcoin Fund is redefining how high net worth and institutional investors approach digital asset investments in Malaysia,
“By combining Bitcoin’s high-growth potential with a capital preservation strategy, we are providing a solution that is both innovative and practical,” said Hann Liew, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Halogen Capital.
He added that in volatile markets, this fund acts accordingly, ensuring investors can confidently navigate downturns without compromising on long-term returns, in which the firm recognizes the need for investors to access high-growth opportunities in the digital asset market without experiencing significant capital loss and maintaining Shariah compliance.
Through its distribution of the fund on behalf of Halogen Capital, Affin said it is looking to introduce a risk-managed alternative for investors, bridging the gap between traditional financial principles and the dynamic digital asset market.
Thus, this fund serves as an ideal solution for investors looking to diversify their portfolios with innovative yet secure investment options.
“We are delighted to introduce an innovative investment strategy that synergises Bitcoin with Islamic deposits, offering our customers a secure gateway to the digital asset landscape,
“This initiative underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions while aligning seamlessly with the strategic pillars of the AFFIN Axelerate 2028 (AX28) Plan – Unrivalled Customer Service, Digital Leadership, and Responsible Banking With Impact,” said Mohammad Fairuz Mohd Radi, Executive Director of Group Community Banking, Affin Bank Berhad.
According to the statement, the fund is a close-ended wholesale fund open to sophisticated investors only.
Investors are expected to have a short-medium term horizon of two years.
The fund’s initial minimum investment is MYR 10,000 ($2261) with an initial sales charge of up to 2% and annual management fee of 1 percent.
Halogen Capital is Malaysia’s licensed fund manager specializing in digital assets and innovative investing since 2023.
Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the firm provides a wide range of investment options, including wholesale funds and private mandates, covering active and passive strategies, giving its clients access to some of the investment products in the crypto space.