Swiss digital asset bank Sygnum said its market-neutral BTC Alpha Fund raised more than 750 Bitcoin from professional and institutional investors, completing its seed phase just four months after launch. The fund reported an annualized return of 8.9% in the fourth quarter of 2025, despite a broader market pullback that saw Bitcoin decline roughly 25% over the same period.
The fund uses arbitrage and relative-value strategies across spot and derivatives markets on centralized exchanges, aiming to generate returns independent of Bitcoin price direction. According to Sygnum, strategies include cross-exchange arbitrage and leveraged carry trades, with returns accumulated in Bitcoin rather than distributed in cash.
The raise underscores a broader institutional shift toward structured crypto products designed to deliver yield while maintaining exposure to digital assets. As Bitcoin becomes a strategic allocation for more portfolios, demand is increasing for regulated, risk-managed strategies that resemble traditional alternative investment funds.
