AYASA Globo Financial Services

What AYASA Globo Financial Services does

AYASA Globo Financial Services is a Hong Kong-headquartered fund administration and corporate services firm founded in 2014 by Edward Yum. The company provides fund administration, crypto fund administration, escrow services, and Cayman corporate services to alternative investment fund managers, administering 200+ funds with $6B+ in assets under administration. Its operational footprint spans Hong Kong, Singapore, Cayman Islands, Dubai, BVI, Taipei, Zurich, USA, and Panama, enabling cross-border fund structuring and servicing across major Asian and offshore financial centers.

The firm's core technology platform is AGenius, an AI-powered client portal designed to streamline fund administration workflows for clients. The business model is based on recurring fund administration fees, combining basis-point fees on assets under administration with fixed per-fund service charges, supplemented by corporate services and escrow fees. The target customer segment is small-to-mid-market alternative investment fund managers seeking cross-border fund administration across Asian and offshore jurisdictions.

AYASA has received HFM Asian Services Awards for seven consecutive years, reflecting sustained market recognition in the Asian fund administration sector. The firm is privately held and founder-led, with a headcount of 11-50 employees and no disclosed external funding rounds, indicating a bootstrapped growth trajectory funded by operating cash flow.

Name

AYASA Globo Financial Services

Legal name

AYASA Globo Financial Services Limited

Website

https://ayasaglobo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AYASA Globo Financial Services is a Hong Kong-based fund administration firm serving 200+ alternative investment funds with $6B+ AUA across Hong Kong, Singapore, Cayman Islands, and other jurisdictions, offering fund administration, crypto fund admin, escrow, and corporate services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fund Administration

NAICS

Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles (525), Trusts, Estates, and Agency Accounts (525920)

SIC

Finance Services (6199), Miscellaneous Business Credit Institution (6159)

akta.pro primary industry

Portfolio Management Systems (PMS), Rebalancing & Analytics (Crypto) (FSADAHAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Crypto Index Providers & Benchmark Administrators (FSADAHAB), Treasury Management & Corporate Crypto Yield Programs (FSADAHAL)

Keywords

• Fund administration services
• Crypto fund administration
• Hedge fund services
• Corporate governance services
• Escrow agent services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hong Kong

HQ country

Hong Kong SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fund Administration Services: Comprehensive fund administration services for hedge funds, private equity funds, and crypto funds including NAV calculations, accounting, reporting, compliance support, FATCA/CRS reporting, and transfer agency services.
2. Escrow Agent Services: Independent escrow agent services safeguarding deposits and transaction proceeds in designated bank accounts. Includes establishment of sub-accounts, safekeeping, payment execution, and comprehensive record maintenance.
3. Cayman Islands Corporate Services: Licensed corporate service provider in the Cayman Islands offering registered offices, incorporation services, annual return preparation, Economic Substance notifications, corporate resolutions, and statutory document management.
4. Professional Services and Consulting: Fund structuring, due diligence, licensing application assistance, and Cayman corporate governance support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

AYASA Globo provides one-stop fund administration services for hedge funds, private equity funds, brokers, and financial institutions, including NAV calculations, accounting, compliance support, FATCA/CRS reporting, and licensing assistance. The firm also offers specialized crypto fund administration with API-based cryptocurrency NAV calculation, Cayman Islands corporate services (registered office, corporate governance, economic substance compliance), and escrow agent services, all delivered with local Hong Kong-based teams without outsourcing.

Product overview

AYASA Globo Financial Services offers a unified fund administration platform with multiple integrated services. The core offering is Fund Administration for hedge funds and private equity funds, supplemented by specialized Crypto Fund Administration services. The company also provides a suite of Cayman Islands corporate services including Registered Office, Corporate Governance, and Economic Substance compliance. The flagship AI-powered product is AGenius, an award-winning investors portal that connects fund managers, investors, and administrators through AI and OCR technology, offering e-KYC and investor management capabilities. Additional services include Escrow Agent services, all delivered through the company's Hong Kong-headquartered operations with global presence across Cayman Islands, Singapore, Dubai, and other locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AGenius: AI-powered investor portal featuring online subscriptions, investor management, e-KYC functionality, and investor communications.

Products and services

• AGenius AI-Powered Investor Portal Award-winning AI and OCR-powered investor portal that connects fund managers, investors, fund administrators, and related parties for investment fund management with online subscriptions, investor management, and electronic KYC verification. Targeted at fund managers and investors of hedge, private equity, and crypto funds administered by AYASA Globo.
• Fund Administration Comprehensive one-stop fund administration services for hedge funds, private equity funds, brokers, and financial institutions, including fund structuring, NAV calculations, accounting, compliance support, FATCA/CRS reporting, and licensing application assistance. Designed for boutique and emerging fund managers seeking an outsourced administration partner without fragmented service providers.
• Crypto Fund Administration End-to-end support for crypto funds and crypto fund managers in Hong Kong, including crypto fund setup, crypto bank account opening assistance, cryptocurrency NAV calculation via API connection to digital asset platforms, AML/KYC reviews, transfer agency, and SFC license upgrade support. Built for fund managers launching or operating 100% crypto or partial digital asset funds.
• Escrow Agent Service Independent escrow agent services safeguarding deposits and transaction proceeds in designated bank accounts, including sub-account establishment, safekeeping, payment execution, and comprehensive record maintenance. Targeted at fund managers, brokers, and counterparties needing an independent third-party escrow arrangement.
• Cayman Islands Registered Office Licensed corporate service provider offering Cayman Islands registered offices, incorporation services, annual return preparation, economic substance notification, statutory document filing, and corporate register maintenance. Designed for fund managers and corporates needing an established Cayman Islands registered office for regulated entities.
• Cayman Islands Corporate Governance End-to-end corporate governance support for Cayman Islands funds and investment managers, including comprehensive governance frameworks, risk reports, and board support services. Aimed at fund boards requiring independent directors, governance frameworks, and ongoing board administration.
• Cayman Islands Economic Substance Service Economic Substance Act compliance package including resident directors, professional independent directors, local office, board support services, risk support preparation, and Economic Substance reporting to Cayman regulators. Built for Cayman Islands entities that must satisfy Economic Substance requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• US$6 billion+ Assets Under Administration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• With IntelligencecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Organizer of HFM Asian Services Awards. AYASA Globo recognized as Best Administrator for seven consecutive years at these prestigious industry awards.
• Hong Kong Limited Partnership Fund Association (HKLPFA)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Industry association for Victoria Harbour Forum Dinner 2026. AYASA Globo participated in discussions on future development of private equity in Hong Kong.
• Howse WilliamscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 September 2025Law firm partner for RWA Fund Tokenization Seminar held on September 25, 2025. Jason Chan, Partner at Howse Williams, provided legal perspective on fund tokenization implementation and future development.
• OSLcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 September 2025Digital asset platform partner for RWA Fund Tokenization Seminar. Brian Chen, Head of Wealth Management at OSL, discussed technological aspects of fund tokenization.
• DeaconscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025Law firm co-hosting Crypto Staking Seminar on June 12, 2025. Partners Fiona Fong, Isabella Wong, and Joyce Li discussed new SFC staking regulation and practical considerations for crypto fund strategies.
• HashKey CapitalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025Crypto investment firm partner for Crypto Staking Seminar. Vivien Wong, Partner at HashKey Capital, provided investment perspective on crypto fund opportunities through staking.
• Shenzhen Private Equity Funds AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Edward Yum, Founder & Group CEO, was keynote speaker at Shenzhen Private Funds Cross-Border Development Policy & Market Analysis Seminar organized with China Galaxy Securities International.
• HarneyscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 June 2024Offshore law firm partner for BVI Funds Seminar. Maggie Kwok, Head of Funds & Regulatory Practice Asia, discussed BVI fund structures, Approved Manager regime, and comparison with Cayman structures.
• Ernst & Young (EY)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 May 2024Professional services firm co-hosting New CIES Seminar with Deacons and AYASA Globo. Partner Alpha Tsang discussed New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES) use cases in OFC & LPF structures.
• DeaconscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 May 2024Law firm co-hosting New CIES Seminar. Fiona Fong, Partner, and Eunice Wu, Registered Foreign Lawyer, discussed regulatory and compliance aspects of CIES for fund structuring.
• PhillipCapitalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 January 2024Singapore-based financial services firm. Grace Tang, Deputy Managing Director, attended networking drink event to discuss Singapore VCC & Investment Manager setup.
• Bayfront LawminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 January 2024Singapore law firm. Ryan Lin, Director, attended networking event to discuss Singapore VCC & Investment Manager setup opportunities.
• KPMGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 June 2023Professional services firm co-hosting VCC Fund Seminar with KPMG & BTP Law. Pearlyn Chew, Partner at KPMG Singapore, discussed Singapore fund management tax incentives.
• BTP LawcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 June 2023Law firm co-hosting VCC Fund Seminar. Brandon Tee, Managing Director of BTP Law, introduced features and requirements of Singapore VCC Fund structure.
• SingCham HKminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2023Singapore Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong. Edward Yum was guest speaker at Speaker Series luncheon sharing insights on future of cryptocurrency and fintech in asset management.
• DeaconscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 February 2023Law firm co-hosting Master-Feeder Fund Seminar with KPMG. Fiona Fong shared insights on legal structures and setup procedures for Cayman Master-Feeder Funds.
• KPMGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 February 2023Professional services firm co-hosting Master-Feeder Fund Seminar. Matt Sung and Ling Chen discussed taxation issues for US investors in Master-Feeder structures.
• ProsynergyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 September 2022Virtual assets consultancy partner for Virtual Assets Seminar. Louie Lee, Founder and Managing Director, shared insights on virtual assets regulations and cryptocurrency fund licensing.
• Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 September 2021Hong Kong regulator co-hosting OFC Seminars. Elizabeth Wong, Associate Director of Investment Products, shared benefits, key operators, application process, and processing time for OFC grant scheme.
• DeaconscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 September 2021Law firm co-hosting OFC Seminars with SFC. Fiona Fong shared OFC structure details and setup process.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Citco Group of Companies: Citco is one of the world's largest fund administrators with a global footprint and dedicated digital assets / crypto fund administration capability. It competes with AYASA for hedge fund, private equity, and crypto fund mandates, but at the institutional scale rather than the boutique niche.
• SS&C GlobeOp: SS&C GlobeOp is a leading global fund administrator serving hedge funds, private equity, and increasingly digital asset funds. It is a broad incumbent competing with AYASA on NAV, accounting, and reporting services but at significantly larger scale and broader institutional client base.
• MUFG Investor Services: MUFG Investor Services is a top-tier global fund administrator offering hedge fund, private equity, and digital asset administration. It is a broad incumbent that increasingly competes with AYASA at the larger end of the boutique and emerging manager segment.
• Apex Group: Apex Group is one of the largest global fund administrators and corporate service providers, with a wide product suite including fund administration, ESG, depositary, and digital asset services. It is a broad incumbent that competes with AYASA across multiple service lines and geographies.

Direct peers

• Maples Group: Maples Group provides fund administration, Cayman registered office, corporate services, and fiduciary services to hedge funds and private equity funds. It is one of the most direct comparables to AYASA, particularly for Cayman master-feeder fund administration and corporate services.
• Trident Trust: Trident Trust is a global corporate services and fund administration provider with strong Cayman, BVI, and Asian presence. It overlaps directly with AYASA on Cayman registered office, fund administration, and economic substance services.
• Walkers Professional Services: Walkers is a leading Cayman and BVI law and professional services firm offering fund formation, Cayman fund administration, and corporate governance services. It is a direct competitor in offshore fund services, especially for Cayman-domiciled hedge and PE funds.
• Circle Partners: Circle Partners is a specialist digital asset and crypto fund administrator serving hedge funds and venture funds investing in crypto assets. It is a direct competitor to AYASA's crypto fund administration business with overlapping customer segments.
• Opus Fund Services: Opus Fund Services provides middle and back-office fund administration to hedge funds, private equity funds, and digital asset managers globally. It competes with AYASA for boutique and emerging manager mandates across Asian and offshore fund structures.
• Sanne Group (IQ-EQ): IQ-EQ (formerly Sanne Group) provides fund administration, corporate services, and compliance support across major fund domiciles including Cayman, BVI, and Asia. It is a direct competitor to AYASA's full-service fund admin plus Cayman corporate services offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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