World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has completed a strategic governance token investment of $100 million from major backers. This investment follows Aqua 1, a UAE-based Web3 investment fund. The partnership aims to grow WLFI’s distribution to audiences outside of the U.S. It seeks to boost innovation for blockchain finance across South America, Europe, Asia and other fast-growing markets. This new strategic alliance will help attract the world’s best investors, talent and technology. To increase investor accessibility, they intend to list the fund on a secondary trading platform within Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).

UAE-based Aqua 1 is focused on enhancing the region’s digital economy. The company continues to be a leading force behind innovation and collaboration within the blockchain and Web3 ecosystem. Their partnership in WLFI is a strong testament to a mutual commitment to building greater financial access around the world. The collaboration is set to leverage Aqua 1's resources and expertise to support WLFI's international growth.

Zak Folkman, co-founder and COO of World Liberty Financial (WLFI), was clearly excited about the partnership. He noted the common vision and love for financial innovation that both organizations have at their cores. Folkman is confident this new partnership will greatly increase WLFI’s ability to achieve its mission of providing innovative financial solutions to developing countries around the globe.

Dave Lee, the founding partner of Aqua 1, spoke to the partnership’s long-term goals. He praised their attention on scaling World Liberty Financial’s operations and bolstering its innovative approach to blockchain finance. Lee reiterated Aqua 1’s pledge to accelerate the expansion of opportunity in the digital economy. The company does this by making smart investments and working in partnership.

Aqua 1 has made an approximately $100 million investment in the World Liberty Financial (WLFI) governance tokens. This decision is a big step in the right direction toward achieving those goals. The new listing on the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) adds another dimension and becomes another bridge, extending accessibility for all manner of investors. This policy change is intended to attract a more diverse pool of applicants. Beyond that, it will benefit all to promote broad-based growth of the blockchain finance ecosystem.