Lugano – December 27, 2024 – Debifi, the leader in secure, non-custodial Bitcoin-backed lending, has successfully closed its seed funding round, solidifying its position as a pioneer in the space. Spearheaded by Timechain, the round attracted top investors, including Axiom BTC Capital, Fulgur Ventures, Plan B Fund, Epoch VC, Cep Private Equity, Exodus I GmbH, and influential figures like Willy Woo, Brad Mills, Chris Hunter, and Giacomo Zucco.
About Debifi
Debifi is a non-custodial Bitcoin lending platform designed to unlock Bitcoin’s true potential as superior collateral. The company, established by Bitcoin industry leaders is setting the pace in Bitcoin-only lending. Using secure multisig escrow arrangements and a commitment to transparency, Debifi offers unmatched solutions for individuals and institutions.
Empowering Bitcoin Holders: “Don’t Sell, Borrow”
Debifi aligns its mission with the principles of long-term Bitcoin holders, drawing inspiration from Michael Saylor’s famous philosophy:
“Bitcoin is a long-term asset, and the key to preserving its value is to never sell it.”
Debifi provides a groundbreaking alternative for Bitcoin holders, enabling them to borrow against their BTC without selling it. The platform’s non-custodial model and no-rehypothecation commitment ensure unmatched transparency and security.
Visionary Investors Back Debifi
– Alexander Mann, Partner at Timechain:
“Debifi has crafted an unparalleled Bitcoin-backed loan solution that sets the gold standard globally.”
– Allen Farrington, Partner at Axiom BTC Capital:
“Debifi is not just positioned to benefit from Bitcoin’s integration into capital markets—it’s driving this shift.”
– Eric Yakes, Epoch VC:
“The Bitcoin lending market is poised for explosive growth, and Debifi is at the forefront with ideal UX and counterparty assurances.”
– Willy Woo:
“Bitcoin’s return profile far exceeds borrowing costs, making Debifi’s infrastructure critical for holders looking to borrow instead of sell.”
CEO Max Keidun’s Vision
Debifi’s CEO, Max Keidun, shared the company’s ambitious roadmap:
“Our mission is to revolutionize Bitcoin-backed lending by making it secure, transparent, and globally accessible. This funding accelerates our development of new credit products, some of which will be launched in early 2025.
We are dedicated to matching institutional liquidity with Bitcoin holders worldwide, providing a simple, non-custodial lending solution. Our goal is to help Bitcoin holders avoid selling their assets while putting lenders on the Bitcoin standard.”
Strategic Use of Funds
The seed funding will support key initiatives, including:
1. Team Expansion: Growing technical and business development teams to meet increasing demand.
2. Market Expansion: Establishing a presence in new global markets.
3. Product Innovation: Launching advanced Bitcoin-backed credit solutions with a focus on non-custodial, no-rehypothecation models.
4. Marketing: Boosting awareness and adoption through targeted campaigns.
Momentum and Market Impact
Debifi has achieved significant traction since its beta launch:
– Loan Originations: Doubling quarterly in volume and size.
– User Growth: The launch of Debifi’s iOS app accelerated user expansion, achieving 2x monthly growth in recent months.
– Institutional Lenders: Requests surged 4.5x in Q4, with onboarding rates up 250% compared to Q3.
Bitcoin as “Super Collateral”
As Bitcoin continues to appreciate, holders increasingly seek alternatives to selling their assets. Institutional adoption is also accelerating, with corporations recognizing Bitcoin’s value as unmatched collateral for borrowing.
Debifi’s non-custodial lending solutions address this demand by providing secure, transparent, and efficient ways for holders to borrow against their BTC.
Future Plans
Looking ahead, Debifi is set to unveil a suite of groundbreaking Bitcoin-backed credit products in early 2025. These cutting-edge features are tailored to redefine the standard for secure, non-custodial lending, further cementing Debifi’s reputation as a global leader in Bitcoin-backed financing.
Kindly visit https://debifi.com and https://debifi.com/publications/funding-round-success for additional information on Debifi’s solutions or learn about our investment opportunities.
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