Lugano, Switzerland – January 22, 2025 – Debifi, a leading non-custodial Bitcoin-backed lending platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Berglinde, a renowned innovator in Bitcoin-focused investment solutions. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in bridging the gap between traditional finance and the Bitcoin economy, offering users expanded financial options while protecting their Bitcoin assets.
The two companies share a common goal of promoting financial sovereignty, making this alliance a natural fit. By combining Debifi’s pioneering lending infrastructure with Berglinde’s regulatory expertise, they aim to create a dynamic ecosystem that highlights Bitcoin’s role as a premier global asset for collateralization.
The partnership opens up institutional liquidity channels for Bitcoin-backed loans by integrating Debifi’s secure, non-custodial, multisig lending system with Berglinde’s regulated financial frameworks. This synergy ensures a secure and transparent gateway for capital flows, providing users with unparalleled access to funding.
Moreover, the partnership elevates Bitcoin’s position in global markets by leveraging Berglinde’s expertise in compliance and investment management. This support will allow Debifi to scale globally and enable Bitcoin to penetrate deeper into capital markets, expanding its utility.
The collaboration also sets a benchmark for lending excellence, with a strong focus on security, transparency, and non-rehypothecation practices. This approach reinforces Bitcoin’s reputation as “super collateral” for both traditional and decentralized financial systems.
The partnership between Debifi and Berglinde highlights the potential of Bitcoin as a transformative force in global finance when visionary companies come together.
Max Keidun, CEO of Debifi, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, “The partnership with Berglinde is a significant milestone for Debifi as it unlocks seamless fiat loan access for our platform users. By combining Bitcoin’s unmatched value as collateral with Berglinde’s financial expertise, we are bridging the gap between the Bitcoin economy and traditional finance, creating unparalleled opportunities for our users. Berglinde is one of the first fiat lenders on our platform, and we are thrilled to announce more partnerships in the coming months.”
Phil Lojacono, Co-Founder of Berglinde, also shared his thoughts on the partnership, saying, “At Berglinde, our mission has always been to drive innovation at the intersection of Bitcoin and traditional finance. Debifi’s revolutionary approach to Bitcoin lending aligns perfectly with our vision of empowering institutions to invest in Bitcoin with confidence and integrity. This partnership sets the stage for a prosperous Bitcoin economy.”
Debifi is a non-custodial lending platform that aims to unlock Bitcoin’s potential as a superior collateral asset. Through secure multisig escrow and no-rehypothecation lending, Debifi offers individuals and institutions unmatched borrowing solutions.
Berglinde is a Swiss-based asset management firm at the forefront of bridging traditional finance with the Bitcoin economy. By providing secure, regulated, and innovative investment solutions, Berglinde empowers institutions to confidently navigate the transformative potential of Bitcoin.
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