ALT5 Sigma Secures $1.5 Billion in Trump-Backed Funding for WLFI Treasury Strategy
Key Takeaways
- ALT5 Sigma secures $1.5B funding with World Liberty Financial leadership
- Trump-backed initiative to acquire 7.5% of WLFI token supply
- Strategic board reshuffle includes Eric Trump and Zach Witkoff
In a landmark move for digital asset markets, Trump-backed ALT5 Sigma completes $1.5 billion funding to initiate WLFI treasury strategy through a combined registered direct offering and private placement. The crypto infrastructure firm, supported by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., now positions itself as a major player in the World Liberty Financial ecosystem.
Trump-Backed ALT5 Sigma Orchestrates Strategic Treasury Move
The funding round, masterminded by World Liberty Financial, marks a pivotal moment for ALT5 Sigma’s expansion. According to the official announcement, the capital will be allocated across three key areas:
- Strategic acquisition of 7.5% WLFI token supply
- Corporate debt resolution and litigation settlement
- Platform development for ALT5 Pay and ALT5 Prime services
Executive Shakeup and Market Implications
The deal triggers significant leadership changes, with World Liberty Financial CEO Zach Witkoff assuming the Chairman role and Eric Trump joining as board director. Kraken steps in as asset manager while A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners facilitates the placement.
Breaking: I am excited to join the Board of ALT5 Sigma and help lead the way in revolutionizing the digital asset space! @DonaldJTrumpJr and I are deeply committed to the success of this company and its innovative approach. $ALTS pic.twitter.com/iXQ91xKa48
— Eric Trump (@EricTrump) August 12, 2025
ALT5 Sigma brings substantial credentials to the partnership, having processed over $5 billion in crypto transactions since its 2018 launch. Its dual-platform infrastructure combines payment processing (ALT5 Pay) with institutional-grade OTC trading (ALT5 Prime).
Nasdaq Ceremony Signals Mainstream Validation
The company prepares for a high-profile Nasdaq bell-ringing ceremony today, as confirmed by Eric Trump’s social media. This event coincides with WLFI’s market debut following July’s governance approval.
Breaking: Tomorrow we ring the @Nasdaq opening bell! @ALT5_Sigma @worldlibertyfi @NasdaqExchange pic.twitter.com/glyjJvHErP
— Eric Trump (@EricTrump) August 13, 2025
Market analysts anticipate rapid WLFI token adoption, with expected listings on top-tier centralized and decentralized exchanges in coming weeks. The treasury acquisition strategy could significantly influence the token’s circulating supply dynamics.
