Private markets are hitting a structural wall. Our 2025 Annual Letter breaks down the two technological revolutions rewiring the industry, the reality of the "Efficiency Paradox," and how we deployed capital over the last year.

MCP has become the standard protocol for AI-to-tool communication, with adoption from Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google DeepMind and the firms that build MCP infrastructure now will become the network nodes others route through, compounding their advantage over time.

Private markets deal flow is structurally fragmented — terms shared over WhatsApp, availability tracked in Excel, and critical information living in message histories rather than any centralised system, meaning deals are routinely missed simply because the right person did not have the right information at the right moment. AI agents paired with structured, machine-readable deal infrastructure offer a way to close that gap — and that is precisely what EVIDENT is building.

MCP operates through three interconnected layers — host, client, and server — enabling AI to query live data and trigger real-time actions through a standardised protocol. The deeper opportunity, especially in private markets, is building proprietary MCP servers that give AI governed, controlled access to internal systems rather than generic public tools.

Most firms use AI as a text tool. Few have asked what it takes for AI to actually reach their systems, data, and deal flow and even fewer have built the infrastructure to make that possible. MCP (Model Context Protocol) is the open standard that changes this, and the financial services industry is only beginning to engage with what it means to build on it.

EVIDENT’s partnership with Dewu Finance, recently featured in The JDB Report's article by Jame DiBiasio, shows how China supply-chain receivables can be structured into regulated, tokenized yield products for global investors. The collaboration reflects a move from tokenization concepts to live, data-backed private-credit markets operating within established regulatory frameworks.

Joint offering seeks to embed trust and transparency into the lifecycle of tokenized assets, aligning sustainability metrics with the next generation of digital-market infrastructure.

The 2025 Green Fintech Symposium in Hong Kong brought together 500+ participants, showcasing how green fintech has moved to the center of strategic conversations. With private wealth investors actively seeking purposeful investing opportunities and competition entries up 60% from 2023, we're at an inflection point where technology is finally matching market demand for sustainable finance solutions.

Comprehensive analysis of ESG investment strategies in digital finance. Explore exclusionary screening, ESG integration, impact investing & current market trends.

EVIDENT's strategic partnership with Zand Bank, facilitated by InvestHK, showcases Hong Kong's strength in fintech innovation. Learn more about this key collaboration as reported by SCMP.

The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics into asset valuation has gained significant traction, reflecting their impact on financial performance, risk management, and investment decisions. This approach examines ESG-driven valuation methods, the financial advantages of strong ESG practices, challenges in implementation, and real-world applications by companies like Unilever and Microsoft, showcasing the evolving role of sustainability in driving long-term value.

Sustainable investing in the alternative asset space marries environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria with traditional financial analysis, focusing on areas like real estate, infrastructure, and digital assets to generate both ethical and economic returns. Increasing global attention to ESG factors is driving investors and companies to adopt sustainable practices, with significant growth expected in ESG-compliant assets.

Hong Kong leads the Asia-Pacific green transition with the Climate Action Plan 2050 and renewable energy investments. Its green finance is bolstered by the Green Bond Market and Cross-Agency Steering Group. Collaborations and international forums enhance Hong Kong's influence, driving economic benefits, job creation, and environmental improvements.

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) introduces the Hong Kong Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance to prevent greenwashing and ensure genuine green investments. It includes a physical risk assessment platform for climate risk evaluations. These initiatives promote green finance and enhance the financial industry's resilience against climate risks.

EVIDENT launches the first tokenized aviation finance fund, revolutionizing aircraft leasing and investment.

Insights from 'Mobilizing Capital for Impact': Bridging finance, tech, and sustainability for impactful investing solutions.

Inheritocracy: A significant wealth transfer from baby boomers to their heirs. Understand the new generation's distinct priorities.

Risk management isn’t a one-off task but a continuous journey. EVIDENT's ultimate goal is to empower you in this journey.

"Syndicate x EVIDENT: Shaping the Future of Impact Investing in Alternatives through Asset Tokenization" focuses on the role of asset tokenization in building a new digital market infrastructure. It celebrates the partnership between Syndicate and EVIDENT, highlighting how asset tokenization fosters collaboration between issuers, investors, and intermediaries in the alternative assets market. Scheduled for September 6, it features strategic insights from Florian M. Spiegl, Founder and CEO of EVIDENT, and Albert Yip, Chairman of Syndicate Capital Group. The event targets investors and financial professionals interested in the future of alternative investments.

The Next Generation Digital Market Infrastructure in Asset Management. Invest, manage, and trade alternative assets.