UAE-based crypto investment firm Aqua1 Foundation has acquired USD 100 million worth of WLFI tokens, making it the most significant individual investor in the World Liberty Financial (WLFI) digital asset project, according to Reuters.
Blockchain data confirms the transaction, with 800 million WLFI tokens sent to Aqua1’s aqua1.eth wallet across three separate transfers two weeks ago, as reported by Bloomberg.
The investment is aimed at accelerating blockchain-powered financial tools, including stablecoins and tokenized traditional assets, according to Dave Lee, Founding Partner of Aqua1. As part of the collaboration, WLFI and Aqua1 will jointly identify and fund high-potential blockchain ventures. Aqua1’s investment and compliance teams will also assist WLFI’s global expansion, particularly in South America, Europe, and Asia.
Strategic Governance Role & Regional Expansion
Aqua1’s investment also grants it governance rights within the WLFI ecosystem. While the WLFI token is currently non-tradable, World Liberty Financial confirmed that efforts are underway to enable token transfers shortly.
In parallel, World Liberty will support Aqua1’s launch of its UAE-based Aqua Fund, which aims to drive digital economy transformation in the Middle East through the use of blockchain and AI. Specifics on regional partners have yet to be disclosed.
Part of Broader UAE Crypto Confidence
This marks the latest show of confidence in the Trump-backed crypto ecosystem by UAE firms. In May 2025, Abu Dhabi-based MGX, an AI-focused investment fund, invested USD 2 billion in Binance via World Liberty’s USD 1 stablecoin. Earlier in April, DWF Labs acquired USD 25 million worth of WLFI tokens.
