Matrixport, one of the world’s leading all-in-one digital asset financial services platforms, today announced that it has received a Financial Services Licence (FSL) from the Gelephu Mindfulness City Authority (GMCA).
This achievement underscores both Matrixport’s pioneering role in regulated digital finance and Gelephu Mindfulness City’s (GMC) emergence as a new global hub for next-generation financial innovation.
Expanding Regulated Digital Asset Services
The FSL authorizes Matrixport to provide a comprehensive suite of regulated services in and from GMC, including:
- Structured products tailored for global investors
- Real-world asset (RWA) offerings linking traditional markets with digital finance
- Prime brokerage services for institutional clients
- Virtual asset custody solutions with institutional-grade safeguards
This positions Matrixport as an important player in the GMC financial services and digital asset ecosystem, which aims to serve the region with trusted, transparent and regulatory compliant products and services.
Commitment to Local Talent and Growth
As part of its expansion strategy, Matrixport will recruit and train Bhutanese professionals, integrating them into its GMC operations. By combining international expertise with local talent development, Matrixport aims to foster knowledge transfer, capacity-building, and long-term economic benefits for Bhutan.
John Ge, CEO of Matrixport, said: “Securing an FSL in GMC is both a privilege and a responsibility. We see Bhutan and Gelephu as a strategic base for innovation, compliance, and regional growth. Matrixport is committed to contributing to GMC’s vision of becoming a globally trusted financial and technology hub, while also nurturing Bhutanese talent as part of our team.”
HB Lim, Managing Director (Financial Services) at GMCA, commented: “The GMCA congratulates Matrixport on receiving its FSL to operate as a regulated financial services company. Matrixport’s expansion demonstrates the immense opportunities offered by GMC to serve the region with next-generation virtual asset financial services. Its commitment to hiring and mentoring Bhutanese talent aligns with GMC’s mission to create jobs, transfer skills, and develop future leaders in Bhutan’s financial services sector.”
A Shared Vision for the Future of Finance
Looking ahead, Matrixport plans to establish dedicated GMC offices, expand its regulated offerings, and play a central role in building a resilient digital financial ecosystem that benefits not only Bhutan but also the wider South Asia region.
This partnership between Matrixport and GMC symbolizes a new chapter in global digital finance—where regulatory clarity, technological innovation, and inclusivity converge to create sustainable economic growth.
About Matrixport
Founded in 2019, Matrixport is the world’s leading all-in-one hub for crypto financial services. The platform provides every user with a personalized Super Account that seamlessly integrates trading, investment, lending, custody, RWA, research, and more. With US$6 billion in assets under management (AUM), Matrixport delivers diverse crypto-financial solutions designed to maximize capital efficiency and support sustainable returns.
As a Group and through its subsidiaries, Matrixport holds multiple regulatory approvals, including Trust or Company Service Provider and Money Lender Licenses in Hong Kong, the FINMA Asset Management License in Switzerland, and status as an Appointed Representative in the UK. It is also registered as an MSB in the US, a member of Switzerland’s FINMA SRO-VFQ, and, through its subsidiary Fly Wing, holds the MPI License from MAS in Singapore.
Matrixport has been recognized by CB Insights as one of the “50 Most Promising Blockchain Companies” and featured in the Hurun 2024 Global Unicorn List.
For more information, visit www.matrixport.com.
About Gelephu Mindfulness City
The Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) Special Administrative Region (SAR) is a pioneering initiative in the southern plains of Bhutan, designed to foster an urban environment rooted in mindfulness, sustainability, and innovation. Guided by His Majesty The King, the SAR integrates traditional Bhutanese values with internationally recognized legal frameworks, cutting-edge design, and advanced technology. By harnessing Bhutan’s abundant green energy, GMC aspires to serve as a global model of holistic development.
For more information, please visit www.gmc.bt or contact invest@gmc.bt.
Bhutanese citizens based in Bhutan with 1–3 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) / Know-Your-Customer (KYC) compliance, Transaction Monitoring, Blockchain Surveillance and Analytics, or Finance, who are interested in roles within Matrixport’s GMC business, are invited to send their CVs to jobs@gmc.bt.
