Offering secure & innovative crypto investment solutions.
Halogen Capital Sdn. Bhd. 202101022404 (1422704-T) is licensed by the Securities Commission Malaysia.
๐ Introducing the Halogen Shariah Crypto Titans Fund!
The Halogen Shariah Crypto Titans Fund is an actively managed fund that lets you invest in a basket of large-cap, Shariah-compliant digital assets.
What is the Fund about?
โ Invests in up to a dozen large-cap crypto
Join us for our FIRST ever pizza party! ๐
We're celebrating the first-ever use of
#Bitcoin
in a commercial transaction, when Laszlo Hanyecz bought two pizzas for 10,000 BTC on 22 May 2010.
Come hang out with us together with ๐ฒ๐พ Malaysiaโs top crypto communities โ
Shaping the crypto landscape in Malaysia, one day at a time! ๐ฒ๐พ
Just yesterday, Bitcoin soared 8% to $30,000 on rumors of the SEC's approval for BlackRock's BTC ETF.
But it was later revealed that this was false news.
Looking for a safe passage to the crypto world?
Meet Halogen, Malaysia's first SC-licensed Digital Asset Fund Manager! ๐ฒ๐พ
The market for digital assets has grown exponentially since 2009,
and continues to do so.
And here's how we are pioneering this new investment frontier ๐
๐ Weโre excited to announce that our Halogen Shariah Bitcoin Fund has achieved over 100% return since its inception in August 2023, reaching a Fund Price of RM 2.1111 per unit.
Bitcoin's price surged by 10% in just two days, reaching over $56,000โthe highest level since
In the spirit of Malaysia's National Day, did you know our country proudly boasts 11 cryptocurrencies on regulated exchanges?
Forward we go! ๐๐ฒ๐พ
๐จ NEW WEBINAR ALERT ๐จ
Are you wondering about the tax implications of your crypto investments in Malaysia?
Whether you are a trader or long-term investor, itโs essential to understand how these are treated under the Malaysian tax law.
Join our webinar with Tien Yee Tan, Tax
Yesterday marked a significant milestone in the cryptocurrency industry with the historic approval of the first-ever US Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF).
This landmark moment means that both institutional and retail investors in the United States now have the opportunity
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
- BlackRock's
#Bitcoin
ETF hits $1B milestone
- China ๐จ๐ณQ4 GDP misses at 5.2% (est 5.3%)
- Trump dominates Iowa Caucus
-
#SP500
hits 1% record high
- Malaysia ๐ฒ๐พexempts unit trusts from capital gains
What makes cryptocurrency Shariah-compliant?
Just last week, our Executive Director,
@FuadKyoto
, was part of a panel discussion, where he discussed the role of blockchain in Islamic Finance together with
@EthisCrowd
,
@StellaSwap
and
@kevinkoosk
.
Key points below ๐
Did you know? Malaysia is making waves in the crypto sphere, accounting for 18% of Luno's global trading volume of $35bn! ๐ฒ๐พ
Our CEO,
@ooihann
, was recently part of a panel with
@LunoGlobal
and
@coingecko
, diving into a discussion on Msia's evolving digital asset landscape.
๐จ NEW WEBINAR ALERT ๐จ
Do halvings boost Bitcoinโs price?
Every four years, the Bitcoin network undergoes a significant event known as the โHalvingโ.
Remarkably, this is also the first time in Bitcoinโs history that the cryptocurrency has reached an all-time high of $73,000,
๐จ NEW WEBINAR ALERT ๐จ
Have you ever wondered how the world would be if we had dismissed investing in the Internet in the 1990s?
Today, we are at a similar crossroads with cryptocurrency.
Join
@ooihann
, as he dives deeper into the rise of crypto in the investment landscape!
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
hits $64,000, reaching ATH around the world, including Malaysia ๐ฒ๐พ
- $SPY and $NDX hit all time high
- Bank Negara Malaysia steps up to boost inflows as
#MYR
hovers near 26Y low
Our
Good morning! In our latest weekly market recap ๐๏ธ
๐ป Fitch downgrades U.S. long-term rating to AA+ from AAA
๐ฒ๐พ Ringgit and Bursa Malaysia falls in knee jerk reaction to US debt downgrade
๐ Curve Finance suffers $70M exploit after series of attacks
Have you ever thought about diversifying your crypto portfolio beyond Bitcoin, but worried about how complicated it can be?
In the past year, weโve seen incredible interest in our BTC and ETH funds.
We are also increasingly seeing more investors exploring alternative coins,
Ethereum, boasting a remarkable market capitalization of RM 1.3 Trillion, stands as the world's second-largest cryptocurrency, trailing only behind Bitcoin.
Here are 3 key features of our newly-launched Halogen Shariah Ethereum Fund ๐
Earning in MYR, and looking to ensure your portfolio is well diversified? ๐ฒ๐พ
Consider a little bit of
#Bitcoin
.
Let's examine the impact of adding 2% and 5% of Bitcoin on the performance of a traditional 60/40 portfolio (FTSE Bursa MY KLCI ETF & ABF MY Bond Index ETF).
Did you know that allocating just 2% of your portfolio to cryptocurrency can significantly enhance your portfolio performance?
Our research reveals that introducing a small crypto exposure to a classic 60/40 stock-bond portfolio can yield total returns exceeding those of an
Itโs official โ the US SEC has approved the listing of all spot Ethereum ETFs! ๐
This approval includes ETFs from major financial institutions like BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale, potentially paving the way for these products to start trading later this year.
But, why the
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
drops below $60,000 (RM 287k) before rebounding ahead of halving
- Ringgit drops toward 26-year low to RM 4.78 per dollar
- S&P 500 records year's worst week, closes below 5,000 mark
Ever wondered how big is the world of cryptocurrencies? ๐
Believe it or not, the total market cap of all cryptocurrencies has reached a level that's markedly significant and close to the value of the worldโs top companies like Apple, Microsoft and Alphabet (Google)!
๐๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐๐ง ๐๐๐ฉ๐ข๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ (๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐)
๐ต Halogen Shariah Bitcoin Fund
- Monthly Performance: +45.3%
- Gains Since Inception: +134.7%
โญ๏ธ This performance has been largely driven by spot BTCโs performance in February 2024,
Bitcoin is up 125% year to date - is it time for you to view crypto as a viable asset class?
A quick recap of
@ooihann
's recent insights on the rising significance of crypto in the investment world, shared at the
@InvestSmart_SC
event organized by
@SecComMalaysia
๐
Halogen Capital Fund Performance Update (Nov 2023)
๐ตHalogen Shariah Bitcoin Fund
โก๏ธMonthly Performance: +8.8%
โก๏ธ3M Gains: +39.21%
โญ๏ธ Ranked as Malaysia's top 3 Funds YTD by LSEG Lipper Table (formerly known as Refinitiv Lipper Table).
๐
Curious about how crypto taxes work in Malaysia? ๐ฒ๐พ
We recently hosted a webinar on this topic with Tien Yee Tan, Tax Partner at PwC Malaysia, and
@ooihann
, Founder and CEO of Halogen Capital.
Catch the full recording below for all the insights and details you need!
๐
Ever wondered how cryptocurrencies, like
#Bitcoin
, can pave the way for a more diverse and resilient investment portfolio?
Here's the impact of adding just 2% & 5% Bitcoin allocations to a classic 60/40 portfolio (allocated to VTI and AGG ETFs).
Join
@FuadKyoto
of Halogen Capital &
@harithk17
of
@etherscan
&
@ETHKL1
as they share about Ethereum's technology and ETH's role in investment portfolios.
Register here:
๐๏ธ Tuesday, Nov 19
โฐ 8:00PM MYT
๐
๐จ NEW WEBINAR ALERT ๐จ
When is the best time to enter the market?
2023 was marked by a few key events- Israel-Palestine war, crypto prices fueled by news around spot crypto ETFs, and the MYR ๐ฒ๐พ reaching its highest since 1998.
How should you position yourself for 2024?
Our thoughts on Bank Negara's recent decision to keep OPR at 3.00%, featuring insights from
@ooihann
, CEO of Halogen Capital.
We explore:
โ The reason behind the static %
๐ฒ๐พ MY Q2 economic snapshot
๐ What lies ahead for MY + global economy
Let us know your thoughts below!
Good morning! In our latest weekly market recap ๐๏ธ
๐ผ US job openings fall below 9 million for the first time since March 2021
๐ฒ๐พ PM Anwar rolls out RM95b New Industrial Master Plan 2030
โณSEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision for All Applicants Including BlackRock, Fidelity
Yesterday marked a significant moment for us at Halogen with the hosting of our first-ever Founding Investor Day ๐
This event was a unique opportunity for us to connect with our founding investors and partners.
The day was filled with insightful discussions, presentations on
Good morning! In our latest weekly market recap ๐๏ธ
๐ป Fitch warns it may be forced to downgrade dozens of banks, including JPMorgan Chase
๐ฒ๐พ Malaysia's GDP growth eases to 2.9% in Q2
โBitcoin sheds more than 10%, sank to $25,100
Halogen Capital Fund Performance Update (Dec 2023)
๐ต Halogen Shariah Bitcoin Fund
Monthly Performance: +8.4%
Since Inception: +55.6%
โญ๏ธ Ranked as Malaysia's top 10 Best Performing Funds of 2023 by LSEG Lipper Table (FKA Refinitiv Lipper Table).
๐
Crypto Market Observations
#Bitcoin
briefly climbs above $52,000 as ETF demand booms
- Bitcoin rallied towards $50,000 level entering the Lunar New Year, peaking before the US CPI announcement.
- After dipping below $49,200, dip buyers pushed Bitcoin back above $50,000,
#Bitcoin
soared past $69,000 overnight, breaking the previous record set in November 2021.
This new record signifies Bitcoin's growing market cap, which now exceeds $1.2 trillion ๐
This surge is attributed, in large part, to the substantial daily and weekly February inflows
The
#Bitcoin
4th halving is now complete!
Here's what it means: Miner rewards have decreased from 6.25 to 3.125 bitcoins.
Currently, Bitcoin is trading just under $64,000 (RM306k), approximately 13% down from its all-time high of $73,797 (RM353k), recorded on March 14.
Explore
Less than 1 day or about 130 blocks, until the 4th Bitcoin Halving marks the beginning of a new crypto cycle.
As anticipation builds, let's review the past price surges following each halving:
๐ 2012 - 2013: It took about 371 days for Bitcoin to climb from $12 to its peak of
Less than 1 day or about 130 blocks, until the 4th Bitcoin Halving marks the beginning of a new crypto cycle.
As anticipation builds, let's review the past price surges following each halving:
๐ 2012 - 2013: It took about 371 days for Bitcoin to climb from $12 to its peak of
Whatโs a digital asset?ย
It ranges from documents to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Here's a glimpse at the top five by market cap! ๐
And oh, happy belated 8th birthday, Ethereum! ๐
Good morning! Hereโs a quick glance at last weekโs top market events ๐
๐ Oil, Gold price rally on Israel-Hamas war
๐ป Ringgit falls 25Y low, the worst performer in Asia this year
๐ Bitcoin hits $30,000 but falls to $28,500 after BlackRock denies ETF approval report
Is investing in crypto today like investing in the internet boom of the 1990s?
In this analysis, our Executive Director,
@FuadKyoto
, delves into the adoption curves of crypto versus the Internet ๐
๐๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐๐ง ๐๐๐ฉ๐ข๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ (๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐)
๐ต Halogen Shariah Bitcoin Fund
- Monthly Performance: +10.31%
- Gains Since Inception: +159.0%
โญ๏ธ March 2024 saw a continued global risk-on environment with the S&P 500 and NASDAQ
Hello from the 2024 Annual Signature Financial Planning Symposium! ๐
Learn more about our fund offerings in Menara Affin @ TRX โ we'll be here until 5 PM.
Reflecting on 2023, we celebrate a year of milestones at Halogen Capital, from opening our doors to the launch of industry-first funds.
Each milestone has been a step towards pioneering new investment frontiers - made possible by our partners and investors,
Ever wondered how Halogen Capital came to be? ๐ก
@lookyluc
spotted a trend among clients wanting to invest in digital assets, but sought a more familiar way to access them through a local institution.
But quickly realised that there were no institutions that offered it.
Good morning! In our latest weekly market recap ๐๏ธ
๐ 10-year US Treasury yield reaches 4.67%, a 15-year high
๐ฒ๐พ Ringgit ends lower, hitting 4.70 against greenback as US bond yields soar
๐ช RM 362B asset manager VanEck readies Ethereum ETF
A look at Bitcoin's financial footprint over the past decade!
From its humble beginnings to monumental highs, its journey has been nothing short of epic ๐
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
sets new record, climbs above $70,000 mark
- S&P 500 continues breaking its all-time high, before slipping on Friday
-
#MYR
๐ฒ๐พ ends higher at 4.6815 against USD on improved sentiment
Our
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
๐บ๐ธ US stocks fall despite blowout Nvidia Q1'24 earnings
๐ฒ๐พ USD/MYR surges to 4.72 amid hawkish shift in FICC markets
๐ US SEC approves spot Ether ETFs; ETH jumps 17% to $3,700
-
Our thoughts:
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
breaks below $39k as spot ETF hype wanes
- US ๐บ๐ธ GDP grows at an annual rate of 3.3% in Q4 vs. 2.0% expected
- China boosts stimulus by allowing banks to keep smaller reserves
- Bank
Wishing a blessed and peaceful Ramadan to all who are observing.
From our team to yours, may this month bring you peace and reflection ๐
#RamadanKareem
From the first application in 2013 to this month's historic approval of 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs, we recap last week's key events leading to this monumental decision.
Is investing in crypto with Halogen Capital safe?
Absolutely.
Hereโs how we make it simple and secure for you:
1๏ธโฃ Our unit trust structures ensure that your crypto assets remain separate from ours, ensuring clear-cut asset segregation.
2๏ธโฃ Institutional-grade security for
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
slumps further from weekly high of $65,000 (RM308k~)
- Malaysian equities reach market RM2 trillion
- US jobless claims jump highest in eight months
๐
โข ๐บ๐ธ Risk sentiment maintains
๐ Highlight from 2021: ProShares' BITO was introduced in 2021 as the first
#Bitcoin
futures-backed ETF.
It didn't just make history; it soared, clocking $1 billion (RM 4.69 billion) in trades on its launch day.
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
continues to chop around $64,000 (RM 305k) amidst geopolitical tensions
- Malaysians split on EPF Account 3
- US GDP growth dips to 1.6% in Q1, missing expectations
- US SEC expected to
๐๏ธ We now have a WEEKLY newsletter!
Where we will sharecurated insights on:
๐ Global markets
๐ฒ๐พ Malaysia's economy
๐ Crypto news
In fact, we just dropped our first issue yesterday!
๐ Subscribe here:
In Malaysia, crypto is not just a buzzword - it's a recognised investment asset class ๐
Our Founder and CEO,
@ooihann
, recently spoke at the Annual Signature Financial Planning Symposium 2023 by FPAM about maximising portfolio returns with digital assets.
Quick recap below!
You can now invest in Shariah-compliant Bitcoin ๐
We present to you, Halogen Shariah Bitcoin Fund - the worldโs first Shariah-compliant crypto fund, proudly managed onshore in Malaysia by us at Halogen Capital!
Here are 3 reasons why you should invest! ๐
Good morning! Hereโs a quick glance at last weekโs top market events ๐
๐บ๐ธ Fed holds rates steady in a target range between 5.25%-5.50%
๐ฒ๐พ BNM keeps OPR at 3.00% in last MPC meeting of 2023
๐ Bitcoin retakes $35K after FOMC as Solana's SOL leads sharp altcoin rally
Ever heard about the phrase โDonโt put all your eggs in one basketโ? ๐ชบ
Thatโs exactly what portfolio diversification is all about.
More about what it's about ๐
๐ Final Call! Tune in tonight at 8PM with
@FuadKyoto
and
@harithk17
as they explore the intricate technology that powers Ethereum and discuss how ETH could strategically fit within a diversified investment portfolio.
๐ Register here:
๐จ NEW WEBINAR ALERT ๐จ
Ethereum (ETH), is the world's 2nd largest cryptocurrency in the world and a key piece of the Web3 ecosystem.
ETH doesn't only fuel the network but boasts a market cap of over RM 1T as of Dec 2023.
But what exactly is it and how does it work?
We are proud to announce Ahmad Fuad Alhabshi, Executive Director,
@HalogenCapital
as a speaker for IFN Asia Forum 2023.
This event will take place on the 2nd October 2023 at EQ, Kuala Lumpur.
FREE registrations now open:
#IFNAsiaForum
#REDmoney
#IFN
๐จ NEW WEBINAR ALERT ๐จ
Do halvings boost Bitcoinโs price?
Every four years, the Bitcoin network undergoes a significant event known as the โHalvingโ.
Remarkably, this is also the first time in Bitcoinโs history that the cryptocurrency has reached an all-time high of $73,000,
As an investor, timely settlements are crucial, arenโt they? โฐ
@ngmoonho
optimises this through our API-enabled digital back office operations.
The outcome?
Streamlining our back-end processes, (deposits + withdrawals), to be fully online and enabling daily settlements.
Malaysia! ๐ฒ๐พ Let's dive into what's next in
#Fintech
in the region! Excited to be partnering with
@endeavor_global
and
@LunoGlobal
on a discussion in KL later today!
Now, how does this apply to Malaysian ๐ฒ๐พ investors earning predominantly in MYR?
Explore the full insight in our latest research piece here ๐
Author: Colin Goh , Head of Trading at Halogen Capital
๐ฒ๐พ Our thoughts on Malaysia's recent CPI release by
@StatsMalaysia
; insights from
@ooihann
, CEO of Halogen Capital.
We explore:
๐ Is inflation stabilising?
๐ Which sectors are fuelling inflation most?
๐ Could another surge be on the horizon?
Let us know your thoughts below!
Did you know April is typically favorable for crypto?
Historically, April sees an uplift in risk assets, yielding average returns of 10% for Bitcoin and 21% for Ethereum.
This surge is typically fueled by post-financial year earnings announcements, dividend distributions, and
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
briefly climbs above $52,000 as ETF demand booms
- US CPI inflation declines to 3.1% in January vs. 2.9% forecast
- Ringgit seen remaining soft at 4.76-4.77 against US dollar
๐
Looking for Shariah-compliant Bitcoin? Sorted โ
Seeking secure, hassle-free investing? Done โ
We present to you, Halogen Shariah Bitcoin Fund - the world's first Shariah-compliant crypto fund!
More about the fund below ๐
Ever wondered what 'Bitcoin Halving' truly means and how does it affect Bitcoin's price?
Let's dive into the details with our Head of Trading,
@halo_cg
! ๐
Our thoughts?
Into last nightโs announcement, Ether was volatile. It traded to a high of $3,950 in the NY morning before promptly selling off down to $3,500 as the NY session closed and no news was forthcoming.
In the immediate aftermath, price action was subdued as there is
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
-
#Bitcoin
dips below $69,000 after Coinbase court ruling
- S&P 500 sets new high, best Q1 performance since 2019
- Malaysia's February inflation comes in at 1.8%
๐
โข ๐บ๐ธ Treasury yields remained
Good morning! Hereโs a quick glance at last weekโs top market events ๐
๐ฅ Gold rose to new YTD high of $2,146 as bets on interest rates shift
๐ฒ๐พ Malaysia's labour force improves, unemployment rate remains 3.4%
โ BlackRock, Bitwise file updated applications for spot Bitcoin ETF
Is a Bitcoin rally on the horizon this Chinese New Year? ๐งง
Diving into the last 10 years of data reveals an intriguing trend: we see on average:
- a minor sell-off occurring 30 days prior to CNY (perhaps due to Chinese miners winding down activity ahead of the Lunar New Year)
Today, the first ever spot Bitcoin ETF is approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ๐
Bitcoin remained steady in the face of the news, despite expectations for a 'buy the rumour, sell the fact' reaction (though this was somewhat fulfilled the previous day, when
๐ Final Call! Join
@ooihann
, tonight at 8 PM for a deep dive into the world of cryptocurrency as an asset class.
Don't miss out!
๐ Register here:
๐จ NEW WEBINAR ALERT ๐จ
Have you ever wondered how the world would be if we had dismissed investing in the Internet in the 1990s?
Today, we are at a similar crossroads with cryptocurrency.
Join
@ooihann
, as he dives deeper into the rise of crypto in the investment landscape!
Good morning! Hereโs a quick glance at last weekโs top market events ๐
๐ US Q3 GDP grows 4.9% yet market jitters persist
๐ฒ๐พ Will BNMโs upcoming announcement cement a 3% OPR through 2024?
โ BlackRockโs spot Bitcoin ETF now listed on NASDAQ trade clearing firm
Exactly 15 years ago, on 31 October 2008, Satoshi Nakamoto published the
#Bitcoin
white paper.
Now, we are seeing over 10,000 crypto assets + $1T market cap! ๐
In our latest webinar,
@ooihann
discussed crypto's role as an investment asset class.
Some of his thoughts below๐
Good morning โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐พ
Key finance & crypto markets highlights in the last 7 days:
- $ETH price hits $3,000 for the first time since 2022
- $NVDA shares pop 16% after AI-fueled bumper earnings
- Investors march out of Malaysia, bring
#MYR
to 1997 lows
๐
Good morning! Hereโs a quick glance at last weekโs top market events ๐
๐ป Oil prices fall for 3rd week straight, Gold testing towards $1,930
๐ฒ๐พ MYR opened lower against the USD at RM4.6290 but didn't maintain gains
๐ Bitcoin trades past $36k; BlackRock filing spurs ETH rally
2024 is poised to be a pivotal year, marked by major regulatory approvals and events that could significantly shape the crypto narrative.
Here's a look at the key milestones expected in the coming year ๐