The era of digital assets as a niche investment is over. Today, banks, asset managers, family offices and institutional investors are increasingly incorporating Bitcoin, Ethereum and other digital assets into long-term portfolio strategies. The driving force behind this transformation is not speculation—it is the rapid rise of regulated investment products that combine innovation with the standards, governance and transparency expected by institutional markets.
As the regulatory landscape matures and Europe enters the MiCA era, a new question is emerging:
How can institutions access digital assets safely, efficiently and at scale?
This critical topic will take centre stage at the Digital Assets and the Future of Finance Summit 2026, where Leyla Sharifullina, Director & Head of Operations Europe at Bitwise Europe, will deliver the presentation:
"Digital Assets in Institutional Portfolios: The Role of Regulated ETPs in Modern Asset Allocation."
Her session will examine why regulated Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) have become one of the most important gateways connecting traditional finance with the digital asset economy. Delegates will discover how leading institutional investors are using regulated ETPs to gain secure exposure to Bitcoin and Ethereum, improve portfolio diversification, manage risk, and navigate an increasingly sophisticated digital investment landscape.
The presentation will also explore the broader forces redefining institutional investing—from tokenisation and on-chain finance to changing macroeconomic conditions and the evolution of capital markets.
Learn from One of Europe's Leading Digital Asset Experts
Leyla Sharifullina brings more than 15 years of experience across asset management, financial services and structured finance.
Before joining Bitwise Europe, she served as Chief Operating Officer of ETC Group, where she was part of the pioneering team behind the launch of the world's first centrally cleared Bitcoin ETP on Xetra—a landmark achievement that helped accelerate institutional adoption across Europe. Following Bitwise's acquisition of ETC Group, she now plays a leading role in expanding one of Europe's most recognised digital asset investment platforms.
A CFA Charterholder with deep expertise in regulated crypto investment products, Leyla is recognised as one of the industry's foremost voices on institutional digital asset investing.
Where the Future of Finance Meets
On 7 July 2026, the City of Dreams Mediterranean, Limassol, will become the meeting point for the organisations shaping the next generation of financial markets.
The Digital Assets and the Future of Finance Summit 2026 will bring together regulators, banks, fintech innovators, payment institutions, Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs), institutional investors and technology leaders for a full day of strategic insights and high-level networking.
From MiCA, tokenisation and stablecoins to digital identity, blockchain infrastructure, AI, custody, compliance and the future of financial market infrastructure, the Summit will explore the technologies, regulations and investment strategies redefining global finance.
If your organisation is preparing for the next chapter of digital finance, this is the conversation you cannot afford to miss.
Who Should Attend
The Digital Assets and the Future of Finance Summit 2026 is designed for senior executives from banks, fintech companies, Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs), payment institutions, investment firms, hedge funds, venture capital and private equity firms, as well as regulators, policymakers, blockchain infrastructure providers, institutional investors, compliance professionals and business leaders seeking to understand the forces shaping the future of financial services.
Information and Registration
For further information and registration, please click here.
Diamond Sponsor: Ecommbx
Gold Sponsors: Crypto.com, eToro, Hadron by Tether
Silver Sponsors: Copla, Teroxx, K. Treppides & Co Limited, Moneygate
Sponsor: IMR/University of Nicosia™
Ecosystem Partner: TechIsland
Media Partners: CBN (Cyprus Business News), INBusiness Magazine, GOLD Magazine, The Cryptonomist
Organiser: IMH
For further information and registrations, please contact IMH:
Telephone: +357 77777741
Email: events@imhbusiness.com
Website: www.imhbusiness.com
