Vikash Gupta, CEO of VAR Capital, was a headline panel speaker at the FT Live Digital Assets Summit 2026, joining global leaders to address one of the industry’s defining questions: Institutional capital and digital assets — what’s blocking the next trillion? Speaking to a full house of asset managers, regulators, and innovators, Mr. Gupta shared the stage with leading voices to examine the structural shifts needed for large-scale institutional adoption of digital assets.

Key Themes from the Panel

The discussion focused on the benefits and future trajectory of digital assets as institutional portfolios evolve. Panelists highlighted three critical enablers for the next phase of growth:

Regulatory Clarity – Consistent, cross-border frameworks remain essential for institutions to allocate with confidence.

Standardization – Unified approaches to settlement, security, and collateral mobility will reduce friction and operational risk.

24×7 Tokenised Trading – While round-the-clock markets for tokenised assets represent an exciting leap in efficiency and access, panelists also cautioned on execution risks. Mr. Gupta noted the complexity for large mandates, such as sovereign wealth funds, where the continuous movement of assets increases the need for robust oversight to prevent tracking errors.

Industry Reception

The session drew strong engagement from participants, with attendees appreciating the candid discussion on both opportunity and risk. The panel underscored that unlocking the next trillion in digital assets will require collaboration between traditional finance, regulators, and technology providers.

About VAR Capital:

VAR Capital is an independent financial services firm offering asset management, lending and family office services. It was founded by individuals with extensive experience from Banking, Asset Management and Family Offices. Based in Mayfair, London, VAR Capital Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Source: VAR Capital

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