Tokyo-based online trading company Monex Group, Inc. (TYO:8698) will acquire the majority stake of 3iQ Digital Holdings, Inc., a pioneer in crypto asset management in Canada.
3iQ, which is licensed in Ontario, Canada, recently unveiled a groundbreaking development – the industry’s first-ever comprehensive suite of crypto hedge fund managed accounts through their innovative 3iQ Managed Account Platform (QMAP).
3iQ plans to offer unparalleled asset management services on an outsourced basis, staying ahead of the curve and catering to the evolving needs of its clients.
“Our long term strategy is to strengthen our asset management business, and by welcoming 3iQ to our group, we aim to achieve high growth by capturing the crypto asset management needs of institutional investors and crypto asset exchanges around the world, which are expected to grow in the future, ” said Yuko Seimei, CEO of Monex Group.
“We’re absolutely thrilled about this incredible opportunity to join forces with Monex Group,” said Frederick T. Pye, Chairman and CEO of 3iQ, “This partnership is not just about growth; it’s a thrilling leap towards realizing our dream. We’ve always been passionate about bringing regulated, innovative digital asset products to investors worldwide, and now, with Monex Group, we can turbocharge this mission. We’re eagerly looking forward to being a part of the Monex family, especially collaborating with Coincheck – Japan’s crypto exchange powerhouse with a staggering 1.8 million customer accounts. Imagine the synergy. With 3iQ’s expertise in crafting exceptional crypto-asset products, we’re poised to bolster Coincheck’s offerings, especially for institutional investors. This is beyond a win-win – it’s a joyous, groundbreaking collaboration that promises to reshape our industry!”
For Monex Group, TD Cowen acted as financial advisor and Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP as legal advisor. For sellers, Cinaport Capital Inc. acted as financial advisor and Wildeboer Dellelce LLP as legal advisor.
