How Blockchain, AI & Trade Finance Come Together for Investors as Alternative Fixed Income

Apr 01 2025 0 Comment

How TradeFlow Capital built a $3.5bn Trade Finance platform with zero defaults: In this exclusive Opalesque.TV interview, globally recognized commodity and fintech expert Dr. Tom James reveals how TradeFlow Capital is transforming global trade finance and unlocking a powerful, low-risk alternative income opportunity for institutional investors.

With over 35 years of experience in commodity markets, energy, and financial services, Dr. James shares:

How TradeFlow Capital pioneered a unique, non-lending trade finance strategy – enabling over $3.5 billion in physical commodity trade across 18+ countries without the credit risk of traditional lending models.
Why their asset-backed, over-collateralized approach has delivered zero defaults over a 7-year track record, providing investors with attractive, stable returns that are largely uncorrelated with traditional asset classes.
The future of trade finance in a digital world: How TradeFlow built an AI-powered, blockchain-enabled digital platform to scale SME trade finance globally.
How institutional investors can now access this strategy via equity funds, A-rated Euroclear-listed notes, and even DeFi stablecoin instruments, creating new possibilities to deploy capital in both traditional and digital markets.
Why stablecoins and decentralized finance are real-use solutions in emerging markets and how TradeFlow is bridging the gap between institutional investors and digital finance.
A clear alternative to fixed income investing: Why sophisticated investors are turning to TradeFlow as a diversification tool and a source of attractive, steady returns in today’s volatile market environment.

Dr. Tom James has served as advisor to governments, Fortune 500 companies, and even the U.S. Department of Defense. He is also an accomplished author, professor, and fintech entrepreneur who has helped shape modern trade finance infrastructure.

"When rates were near zero, we still delivered 8%. Now, as central banks cut, our SME niche keeps margins resilient." Dr. Tom James

John Collis is Co-Founder, Chief Legal Officer (CLO), and Head of Compliance at TradeFlow. A commercial lawyer specializing in regulatory and transactional matters, he built the fund's legal infrastructure, IP framework, and multi-jurisdictional risk matrix. Previously, he ran his own international law firm since 2003.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how a leading fintech fund is reshaping the $4.5 trillion global trade finance market — and how you can participate.

LIVE AND INTERACTIVE INVESTOR WORKSHOP APRIL 3rd

Meet Dr Tom James at the upcoming Opalesque Small Managers – BIG ALPHA Episode 16 on Thursday April 3rd 11 am ET (4pm GMT, 5pm CET, 6pm Riyadh, 7pm Dubai, 8:30pm Delhi)

A user friendly video replay link will be provided to all registrants.

Secure your seat here: www.opalesque.com/webinar

Investors from 23 countries have already registered! Continue reading here and check out the other three managers presenting: