Your Institutional Gateway to Digital Wealth
The Black Circle was founded to redefine how sophisticated investors access the evolving world of digital wealth. We provide sophisticated investors with access to carefully selected investment opportunities across digital and alternative assets.
Our Foundation
Security
Institutional-grade custody and insured infrastructure safeguard every asset under our management.
Service
A dedicated relationship manager delivers 24/7 personalized support, ensuring discretion, precision, and clarity in every interaction.
Compliance
Investment management activities in respect of certain investment structures are carried out by TBCWM International Limited (Company No. 2202526), a British Virgin Islands Approved Manager, operating within the applicable BVI regulatory framework.
Access
Independent advisory model providing objective access to third-party products, ensuring selection based solely on client interests.

leadership
Executive Chairman
Alex Tai

- Over 30 years of leadership across blockchain, aerospace, and venture innovation.
- Board Director, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), advancing institutional adoption of digital assets.
- Former Group Director at Virgin Management Ltd and COO of Virgin Galactic, leading global strategy, innovation, and commercialization.
Chief Financial Officer
Ivan Grigorev

- Over a decade of experience in digital assets, quantitative trading, and institutional finance.
- Former Partner & CFO at Alber Blanc, leading digital-markets expansion, liquidity strategies, and cross-border trading infrastructure.
- Began as an algorithmic trader, managing proprietary capital and developing high-frequency models.
Our Values
Excellence in Everything
We uphold the highest standards in all we do. Excellence is our baseline, not our aspiration.
Client-First Philosophy
Every decision begins with one question: Is it in the client's best interest?
Institutional Integrity
We operate with full transparency, regulatory discipline, and fiduciary care, setting a new benchmark for digital asset management.
Innovation with Purpose
We apply technology that strengthens security, enhances results, and refines the client experience.
Beyond Wealth Management
The Black Circle is more than a financial institution. Beyond our core offerings, we open doors to unique opportunities that amplify our clients' value in three ways:

A Network of Visionaries
Access an ecosystem of entrepreneurs, pioneers, and leaders across finance, technology, and innovation. Through private events and curated gatherings, we connect you with those shaping the future.

Exclusive Insights & Research
Our dedicated research team delivers market intelligence and strategic overviews, giving you the clarity to make confident decisions and capture opportunities.

Tailored Experiences & Solutions
From financial structures to bespoke strategies, we create paths designed exclusively for you. Every solution amplifies, diversifies, and secures your wealth for sustainable growth.
