bitgo and Republic Partner to Expand Access to Alternative Investments
BitGo, a digital asset solutions provider, is collaborating with Republic, a New York-based investment platform, to open up alternative investment opportunities for everyone. This partnership aims to make investment products, usually reserved for big investors, available to individuals.
republic will use BitGo’s technology to enhance its blockchain-based investment system.This move will bring private market investments on-chain, making them accessible to ordinary investors. A notable example is the Hamilton Lane Private Infrastructure Fund, which Republic recently added to its platform.
By tokenizing the HLPIF, Republic is offering on-chain access to an asset class that was previously out of reach for most. More tokenized offerings are expected in the future.
Mike Belshe, CEO and co-founder of BitGo, said, “Our goal is to provide the necessary infrastructure to Republic, enabling its investors to access assets that were previously unreachable.”
BitGo is well-known for its crypto custody, wallet services, staking, and trading solutions. Founded in 2013,it has become a major player in the digital asset space. In recent months, BitGo has expanded its reach by partnering with major industry and mainstream financial providers.
BitGo launched a retail-focused platform in December 2024, extending its services beyond institutional clients. In Febuary 2025, it unveiled a global over-the-counter crypto trading desk, offering spot and derivatives trading.
BitGo is one of the crypto companies reportedly considering a public listing.
