This episode of 0xResearch explores Bitcoin-backed lending with John Glover, CIO of Ledn. He discusses why Bitcoin is an ideal collateral, how risk management helped Ledn survive market collapses, and the growing demand for Bitcoin-backed loans globally. The conversation also touches on DeFi lending, regulatory challenges, and Ledn’s plans for expanding funding options.
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Timestamps:
(0:00) Introduction
(1:07) Why Use Bitcoin as Collateral?
(2:11) Implementing Proper Risk Management
(5:09) Bitcoin-Backed Loans vs Traditional Loans
(7:07) Borrowing Activity
(11:38) Loan Risk Methodology
(12:53) Offering Loans on Other Digital Assets
(16:39) Looking Forward
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In this episode, we discuss the evolving landscape of institutional crypto adoption. We explore differences in investment focus between traditional institutions and crypto natives, the sustainability of memecoin activity, and the competitive positioning of DeFi protocols like Aave. The conversation also touches on emerging blockchain ecosystems and the broader implications of regulatory shifts on market structure.
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Timestamps:
(0:00) Introduction
(1:12) DAS Vibes
(4:02) What Are Institutions Investing In?
(8:20) Ledger Ad
(8:36) How Do Decentralized Exchanges Compete?
(10:22) Is Aave Fumbling Their Lead?
(18:53) Ads (Ledger & CryptoTaxCalculator)
(19:58) Did PumpFun Activity Peak?
(31:39) Betting On Two Chains Going Forward
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