Hong Kong – February 13, 2026: KuCoin Institutional held its first Premiere 2026 event in Hong Kong, while Bitcoin traded below $60K, attracting over 100 institutional clients and partners from around the world. The gathering highlighted an important shift in institutional appetite: from short-term speculation toward long-term structural development, governance, and resilience.
KuCoin CEO BC Wong and COO Ethan Cheng opened the event with remarks emphasizing operational discipline over market fluctuations. “Volatility is a natural feature of digital asset markets,” said Wong. “Long-term credibility is built not in periods of expansion, but through discipline, transparency, and robust risk management when market conditions are challenging.”
Cheng added, “Institutional engagement in digital assets is increasingly driven by structural fundamentals rather than short-term price movements. Periods of volatility reinforce the importance of long-term alignment and risk-aware participation.”
The panel discussions and networking events addressed essential topics, which included portfolio risk management, liquidity dynamics, execution efficiency, and security standards. The participants established three main requirements for their organization to operate effectively during market conditions, which created uncertainty because they moved beyond evaluating short-term performance results.
The first annual summit of KuCoin Institutional combined a reflection on previous partnerships with a declaration of ongoing dedication to work between the two organizations during times of uncertainty. The financial sector received a strong message: cryptocurrency institutions were shifting their approach from speculative investing to establishing a global market structure that adheres to professional practices.
KuCoin Institutional delivers comprehensive, enterprise-grade solutions for institutional investors navigating digital assets. With a focus on robust governance, advanced risk management, deep liquidity access, and institutional-grade security, KuCoin empowers hedge funds, family offices, and corporations worldwide. Committed to transparency and resilience, KuCoin Institutional bridges traditional finance with crypto's future.