NBB and ARP Digital launch Bitcoin-linked investment product

By Gloria Methri

The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has launched the GCC’s first Bitcoin-linked Structured Investment, developed in partnership with ARP Digital.

The investment product is designed exclusively for accredited investors to help them gain exposure to Bitcoin’s (BTC) long-term growth while ensuring capital preservation. Through this structured product, accredited investors can benefit from Bitcoin’s upward performance, capped at a predefined threshold, while enjoying 100% capital protection on the downside.

This offers a powerful hedge against the volatility traditionally associated with digital currencies.

Hisham AlKurdi, Group Chief Executive – Markets & Client Solutions at NBB, said, “We are proud to introduce this bespoke structured investment, which blends the appeal of digital asset exposure with the security of capital protection. This product underscores our focus on offering our wealth management clients innovative and secure avenues to diversify their portfolios in an evolving investment landscape. It is a testament to NBB’s continued leadership in financial innovation within the region.”

The launch of the Bitcoin-linked Structured Investment aligns with the Bank’s strategy to enhance its product suite, particularly for wealth management clients, by providing tailored solutions that balance growth potential with risk mitigation. The product meets the demand of risk-averse investors seeking exposure to Bitcoin while fully insulating their principal investment from market fluctuations.

Abdulla Kanoo, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer at ARP Digital said, “Our collaboration with NBB is poised to be a game-changer in the regional market. By leveraging our expertise in digital assets and NBB’s extensive reach in the financial sector, we have created a product that introduces Bitcoin exposure within a highly secure framework. This structured investment opens new doors for investors seeking a calculated approach to digital assets.”

The Bitcoin-linked Structured Investment cements NBB’s position in digital asset investment. The bank continues to play a pivotal role in promoting Bahrain as a hub for financial innovation and investment diversification in the region.