Backed by Laser Digital and Nomura, KAIO brings Bitcoin-native yield into compliant institutional DeFi through a tokenized diversified fund.
Libre Capital, a trailblazer in the onchain real-world asset (RWA) space, has officially rebranded as KAIO, signaling a bold and strategic evolution in its mission to bridge traditional finance with decentralized ecosystems. The rebrand reflects KAIO’s broader vision to provide institutional-grade, compliant tokenized funds that can seamlessly operate within the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. This move marks a pivotal moment as the firm positions itself at the forefront of the RWA transformation, not just as a tokenization service but as an infrastructure provider reshaping how institutional capital interacts with DeFi.
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In conjunction with its rebrand, KAIO has launched the tokenized Laser Digital Bitcoin Diversified Yield Fund, designed to deliver enhanced, compliant yield opportunities for Bitcoin holders. Managed by Laser Digital Middle East, the fund has already secured over $100 million in capital commitments, a testament to the trust institutions are placing in KAIO’s ability to integrate crypto-native returns with the structure and rigor of traditional asset management. This product underscores KAIO’s commitment to not only providing access to digital asset yields but also doing so within a framework that adheres to high standards of compliance and transparency.
KAIO’s approach moves well beyond the initial wave of tokenized treasury bills that have thus far dominated the RWA sector. According to KAIO’s COO Olivier Dang, those early efforts were merely foundational. What KAIO envisions is a dynamic, interoperable financial environment where real-world yields and crypto-native strategies don’t just coexist they enhance and elevate each other. The tokenization of the Laser Digital fund illustrates this, blending the high-return potential of crypto with the predictability and discipline of traditional finance.
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At the core of KAIO’s innovation is its custom-built AppChain architecture, enabling seamless cross-chain functionality. This infrastructure allows institutional and accredited investors to purchase tokenized fund interests through regulated channels and then actively use those tokenized assets across leading DeFi protocols. Rather than limiting these tokenized interests to static holding or passive yield strategies, KAIO enables full DeFi composability allowing these assets to be integrated into borrowing, lending, and leveraged financial strategies, all while maintaining robust compliance standards.
Fueling KAIO’s momentum is substantial industry backing. The company has already facilitated over $200 million in tokenized asset transactions and has raised $11 million in seed funding. This round was led by Laser Digital, Nomura’s digital asset subsidiary, and WebN Group, with participation from notable investors such as Karatage, Further Ventures, Lyrik Ventures, and Brevan Howard Digital. One of KAIO’s most significant milestones to date is its collaboration with the TON Foundation on the $500 million Telegram Bond Fund, which now stands as the largest blockchain-based corporate debt initiative globally. This project further highlights KAIO’s capacity to operate at scale and underlines its commitment to compliant, institutional-grade tokenization.
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As regulatory clarity continues to improve and demand for tokenized real-world assets surges, KAIO is positioning itself as the foundational layer for scalable, secure access to onchain capital markets. Looking ahead, the company plans to expand its product suite, deepen its DeFi integrations, and onboard more institutional partners. In doing so, KAIO is not just shaping the future of tokenized finance—it’s building the infrastructure that could redefine how value moves across blockchains and traditional markets alike.
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