In this episode, Stephan Livera and Dhruv Patel, CEO of Arch Lending, discuss the current state of Bitcoin lending, market trends, and the unique products offered by Arch Lending. They explore the mechanics of Bitcoin-backed loans, risk management strategies for borrowers, and the importance of custody and security in the lending process. The conversation also touches on the future of Bitcoin lending, growth strategies, and the evolving landscape of financial products in the cryptocurrency space.

Takeaways:

🔸Bitcoin lending is gaining traction despite market volatility.

🔸Arch Lending offers flexible Bitcoin-backed loans with up to 60% LTV.

🔸Understanding the mechanics of Bitcoin loans is crucial for borrowers.

🔸Customized loan products cater to specific needs of clients.

🔸Risk management is essential when borrowing against Bitcoin.

🔸Arch Lending does not rehypothecate client collateral, ensuring security.

🔸The market for Bitcoin-backed loans is expected to grow significantly.

🔸Debt can be a powerful tool for wealth building if managed wisely.

🔸Interest rates for Bitcoin loans have decreased over time.

🔸Current market conditions may present safer borrowing opportunities.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Intro

(01:22) - How does Arch Lending work?

(02:50) - What does Arch Lending offer? 

(05:15) - LTV conditions & specialised loan products

(09:20) - Risk-managed borrowing against Bitcoin

(14:20) - How does Arch Lending custody the Bitcoin?

(15:46) - Comparing various Bitcoin lending models

(19:46) - Thoughts on borrowing against Bitcoin ETFs

(21:37) - Capital providers for Arch Lending

(23:16) - Will Arch Lending provide Proof of Reserves? 

(24:34) - All-in-one Bitcoin financial services

(25:48) - Growth & future of Bitcoin lending

(28:08) - Who should NOT use Bitcoin lending services? 

(32:45) - Will TradFi offer similar Bitcoin lending products? 

(34:08) - Closing thoughts

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• https://x.com/ArchLending 

• https://archlending.com/ 

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