3iQ Receives In-Principal Approval from Abu Dhabi's IFC
The Category 4 license remains in the approval process rather than being a completed authorization.
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Coincheck Group (CNCK) subsidiary 3iQ announced that its UAE-based sister company, 3iQ Middle East, secured in-principal approval for a Category 4 license.
The approval comes from the Financial Services Authority (FSRA) of ADGM, Abu Dhabi's international financial centre. It is a step toward a regulated presence, with the licensing process still ongoing. The development follows 3iQ's partnership with UAE-based digital asset investment manager Further, which enables institutional investors to access digital assets through 3iQ's Managed Account Platform (QMAP). That platform attracted $100 million in sovereign-linked seed capital.
3iQ aims to establish a regulated presence in major digital asset hubs globally and make its investment management offering accessible to accredited investors worldwide.
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Hollow bars mark forward-looking points. How the balance works
Positive
- Moderate point3iQ Middle East secured in-principal approval for a Category 4 license from ADGM's FSRA.
- Moderate pointQMAP attracted $100 million in sovereign-linked seed capital. 39% of market cap
- Minor pointFurther partnership enables institutional investors to access digital assets through 3iQ's Managed Account Platform.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.3iQ aims to establish a regulated presence in major digital asset hubs globally.
Negative
- Minor pointCategory 4 licensing remains in progress; the approval is in-principal, not a completed license.
Key Figures
- License category
- Category 4
- In-Principal Approval from the FSRA of ADGM
- Sovereign-linked seed capital
- $100 million
- Capital attracted by QMAP, referenced alongside the Further partnership
Key Terms
in-principal approval regulatory
etp financial
staking technical
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The successful granting of this IPA is part of 3iQ's aim to be regulated and present in all the major digital asset hubs globally, so that its award-winning investment management offering is accessible to accredited investors around the world. This includes the first ever Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs listed on a major stock exchange.
3iQ's presence in the
Pascal St-Jean, CEO of 3iQ and Coincheck Group, said:
"3iQ has been a huge believer in the
Rachel Pether, Head of
"This is an exciting development for 3iQ and has materialised following constructive collaboration with the ADGM's proactive regulator. Ever since 2023 when we established a footprint in the
Arvind Ramamurthy, Chief Market Development Officer at ADGM, said:
"We congratulate 3iQ on receiving its IPA from the FSRA, an important step in its journey to establishing a regulated presence in ADGM. This milestone reflects the increasing interest from international firms in ADGM's dynamic digital asset ecosystem, underpinned by a progressive regulatory framework and a growing community of global and regional market participants. We look forward to supporting 3iQ as it progresses through the licensing process and seeks to contribute to
About 3iQ Digital Asset Management
Founded in 2012, 3iQ is one of the world's leading alternative digital asset managers, pioneering institutional-grade investments. 3iQ launched the world's first Digital Assets Managed Account Platform (QMAP), a hedge fund investment solution, offering innovative risk-managed investment solutions to gain exposure to digital assets. 3iQ was also the first to launch a Bitcoin and Ethereum ETP listed on a major global stock exchange, integrate staking into its Ethereum and Solana ETPs boosting investor returns, and offer other regulated ETPs. 3iQ is a subsidiary of Coincheck Group N.V. (NASDAQ: CNCK), a NASDAQ-listed holding company based in the Netherlands. Since 2012, 3iQ has been at the forefront of innovation in digital asset investment management. To learn more about 3iQ, visit 3iq.io
W: https://www.3iq.io/
L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3iq-corp/
X: https://x.com/3iq_corp
Disclaimer
This release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation, solicitation, or offer to buy or sell any securities, strategies, products, or services described herein. Investment in digital assets is subject to a high degree of risk, including the potential loss of the entire amount invested. 3iQ, nor any of their affiliates, directors, officers, or employees accept any liability for any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on this release or the information contained herein. Readers should conduct their own research and consult with their own professional advisors before making any investment decisions. This release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties; actual results may differ materially from those anticipated.
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SOURCE 3iQ
FAQ
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What regulatory approval did 3iQ Middle East receive in Abu Dhabi?
3iQ Middle East received in-principal approval for a Category 4 license from the Financial Services Authority of ADGM, Abu Dhabi's international financial centre. The approval is a step toward establishing a regulated presence, while the licensing process remains ongoing.