Crypto Lending

Finance

Russia’s biggest bank said it plans to offer loans secured by cryptocurrency following a pilot deal with a mining firm, with legislation expected by mid-2026.

By Olivier AcunaFeb 6, 2026, 12:29 p.m. EST

Markets

The lender topped $2.5 billion in total commitments since 2024 as institutional bitcoin adoption has accelerated

By James Van Straten, AI BoostOct 9, 2025, 7:00 a.m. EDT

CoinDesk Indices

Is crypto lending back? After the 2022 crash, the market reset with strict collateral rules. DeFi drives transparency; regulated CeFi offers institutional trust.

By Gregory MallOct 2, 2025, 11:00 a.m. EDT

Finance

Collaboration aims to streamline digital asset credit markets for banks and asset managers.

By Ian Allison, AI BoostSep 29, 2025, 4:25 a.m. EDT

Finance

Built on Discrete Log Contracts from Atomic Finance, Lygos says its new BTC credit platform avoids the custodial risks that sank Celsius, BlockFi and Voyager.

By Jamie Crawley, AI BoostAug 28, 2025, 8:00 a.m. EDT

Opinion

One of the trends that I’m keeping an eye on is the growing availability of bitcoin-backed loans. Let’s check in on the sector real quick.

By Tom CarrerasJul 22, 2025, 3:57 p.m. EDT

Finance

Ledn said the shift is part of its broader strategy to simplify its product and sharpen its focus around bitcoin.

By Jamie CrawleyMay 23, 2025, 9:00 a.m. EDT

Finance

"You shouldn’t have to sell the best-performing asset in human history to access cash. Now you don't have to," founder Jack Mallers wrote.

By Jamie CrawleyMay 7, 2025, 11:26 a.m. EDT

Markets

Total crypto lending is still down 43% from its 2021 peak, but decentralized platforms have seen a significant growth, Galaxy reported.

By Krisztian Sandor, AI BoostApr 15, 2025, 8:23 a.m. EDT

Finance

APX received exemptive relief from the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) at the start of this month.

By Jamie CrawleyApr 11, 2025, 10:00 a.m. EDT