Blockchain Press Releases
Butn Ltd and APX Lending to Form Joint Venture to Capture $20 Billion APAC Crypto-Backed Lending Market.

Strategic partnership to redefine crypto-backed lending across Australia, New Zealand, and the broader APAC region
Key highlights:
- Butn Ltd and APX Lending sign binding MOU to launch Crypto-Backed lending product in Australia and New Zealand in Q2 2025
- Strategic partnership to redefine under-serviced crypto-backed lending across Australia, New Zealand and the broader APAC region
MELBOURNE, Australia and TORONTO, Dec. 9, 2024 /CNW/ – Butn Ltd (ASX: BTN), a leading Australian-based transactional funder has entered into a binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Canadian crypto-backed lending platform APX Lending to form a Joint Venture that will redefine crypto-backed lending across Australia, New Zealand and APAC. The partnership combines Butn’s regulatory expertise and local market leadership with APX Lending’s advanced crypto-backed lending technology to create a compliant and secure platform, offering under-serviced borrowers unparalleled access to regulated crypto-backed lending in the region.
By merging Butn’s expertise in lending and local market insights with APX Lending’s advanced crypto-backed lending technology, the partnership aims to establish a new standard for safe, secure and regulated crypto-backed lending in the APAC region.
The Joint Venture is on track for a launch across Australia and New Zealand in Q2 2025, with subsequent expansion planned across APAC and is well positioned to become the leading regulated crypto-backed lending platform in this rapidly growing and under-serviced market.
Andrei Poliakov, CEO of APX Lending, added, “This partnership with Butn is a major milestone in our mission to deliver secure, regulated and innovative crypto-backed lending solutions globally. By combining our technology with Butn’s regulatory expertise and experience lending in Australia and New Zealand, we’re offering a transformative crypto-backed lending solution to the APAC market. As APX Lending continues to grow internationally, we are committed to partnering with top regional leaders to build a global powerhouse in regulated crypto-backed lending.”
Butn’s Co-founder and Co-CEO, Rael Ross said, “This JV with APX Lending represents a significant opportunity off the back of Butn’s Retail Private Credit Fund launch earlier this year and the expansion of Butn’s leading suite of transactional funding products to now include secure and innovative crypto-backed lending solutions. With Bitcoin hitting $USD100,000, combined with APX Lending’s extensive crypto know-how, there has never been a better time for Butn to offer a transformative, crypto-backed lending solution to the APAC market. This announcement and subsequent launch show the true nature, robustness and popularity of the Butn suite of product offerings following the milestone of over $2 Billion in originations since inception.”
The Joint Venture will empower crypto holders in Australia, New Zealand and the larger APAC region to unlock liquidity by borrowing against their crypto assets on a compliant, safe and secure platform. APX Lending continues to see unprecedented loan demand in Canada and the U.S. whilst Butn has fielded many inquiries from potential borrowers in APAC, underlining the surging demand for crypto-backed loans globally. With this Crypto Lending product suite live in APAC in Q2 2025, Butn and APX Lending seek to lead the market with their leading technology and lending expertise.
About APX Lending
APX Lending is a leading Bitcoin and Ethereum-backed lending platform, registered with FINTRAC in Canada and FinCEN in the U.S., dedicated to providing compliant, safe, and secure lending solutions to individual and institutional clients globally. Founded by Andrei Poliakov, co-founder of Coinberry, one of Canada’s largest regulated crypto trading platforms, APX Lending is redefining the landscape of crypto-backed lending with a focus on transparency, security, and regulatory compliance. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and a deep understanding of the digital asset space, APX Lending seeks to serve a rapidly growing global market. With a seasoned team of industry experts, APX Lending offers innovative crypto-backed lending products, including a white label solution for banks, credit unions, and financial institutions worldwide.
For more information, please visit www.apxlending.com.
About Butn Ltd.
Butn Limited (ASX: BTN) is an Australian Business-to-Business (‘B2B’) funder innovating the way SMEs fund and grow their businesses. Butn focuses on transactional funding – funding SME businesses through their working capital constraints by financing individual transactions, leveraging the end debtor’s credit. With a vision of “Your money, today” Butn delivers cashflow funding solutions at the click of a Butn having funded over $2 billion to Australian businesses. For more information visit www.butn.co
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Blockchain Press Releases
Bybit Registers with FIU-IND and Commits to the Indian Markets

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has successfully registered with FIU-IND, reinforcing its commitment to regulatory compliance in India. As part of this process, Bybit has settled the monetary fine and diligently addressed and resolved prior regulatory matters, further demonstrating its dedication to transparency and the highest standards in the Indian market.
Bybit is committed to operating within the regulatory framework of India and takes its compliance obligations seriously. We have been working diligently with the FIU-IND to address their concerns and ensure full adherence to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (“PMLA”) and associated regulations. We recognize the importance of robust Anti-Money Laundering (“AML”) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (“CFT”) measures and are dedicated to upholding the highest standards in these areas.
We believe that our engagement and cooperation throughout the FIU-IND registration process demonstrates our commitment to compliance. We have been actively working to fulfill all necessary requirements for compliance, including its registration application on 26 June 2024 as a Virtual Digital Asset Service Provider (“VDASP”) in India.
Bybit is also proactively involved in the Indian crypto community to educate users and spread awareness. Bybit is currently a Silver Associate Member with the Bharat Web3 Association (“BWA”) . Through this partnership, we hope to use our platform to promote Web3 adoption and foster innovation in the Indian crypto ecosystem.
Bybit’s not-for-profit initiative Blockchain for Good Alliance (“BGA”) has partnered with blockchain societies of top universities like Blockchain Society of IIT Delhi and Blockchain Society of IIT Kharagpur to drive crypto education in India. Bybit will also be conducting a series of hackathons, workshops, and other events in partnership with top universities to foster crypto and blockchain education and awareness within the Indian market in the coming months.
Bybit recognizes the great potential of the Indian market, and is committed to offering the best services and products to all Indian users, including Spot, Derivatives, Options, Bybit Earn, and more.
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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Blockchain Press Releases
TON and Mantle Set to Reveal 2025 Infrastructure Investments & Incubation Roadmap on Bybit Web3 Livestream

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit Web3 , the Web3 division of Bybit, is thrilled to announce the upcoming livestream event TON x Mantle in 2025: What’s Next After a Breakout Year? Set for February 7, 2025, at 8 AM UTC, this virtual gathering will spotlight the next phase of cross-chain innovation, emerging Web3 trends, and the strategic collaboration between Bybit and the TON Accelerator.
As Web3 gears up for a new bull run, the event will bring together key industry leaders to reflect on 2024’s major milestones and unveil their strategic vision for the year ahead. The discussion will highlight how cross-chain synergy, TON ecosystem growth, and developer acceleration are shaping the future of decentralized finance and blockchain adoption.
Unveiling Cross-Chain Synergy: Key Discussion Points
This livestream aligns with Bybit’s partnership with the TON Accelerator, which was announced in December 2024, and aims to support Web3 developers and startups in the Synergy Cohort. It will explore the way TON and Mantle ecosystems are going into the 2025 bull run.
Attendees will gain valuable insights on:
- Cross-Chain Synergy: How TON and Mantle are driving interoperability and unlocking new business opportunities.
- TON Accelerator’s Impact: A showcase of top projects from the inaugural Synergy Cohort, with insights into their journey and upcoming milestones.
- Web3 Liquidity & Investment Trends: Identifying the most promising DeFi and blockchain investment opportunities for 2025.
- Beyond Tap-to-Earn: Strategic insights for sustainable growth and scalability in blockchain gaming and Web3 applications.
Spotlight on Expert Panelists
The event boasts a powerhouse lineup of speakers, including:
- Shadie Berro, Social Media Lead at Bybit & Host
- Alena Shmalko, Ecosystem Lead at TON Foundation
- Inal Kardan, Partner at TON Ventures
- Sophia Rusconi, Head of Acceleration at TON Accelerator
- Sami Al-Abed, Head of DeFi at TON Accelerator
- Zuki, Head of growth at FBTC, representing Mantle
Each panelist will share unique insights into TON’s evolving ecosystem, emerging narratives, and the role of cross-chain collaboration in accelerating Web3 adoption. They will dive into “Cross-Chain Synergy: Building the Future of Adoption – TON & 1B Telegram Users + Mantle & EVM Liquidity” and explore the latest developments, emerging trends, and what’s next in the TON and Mantle ecosystems.
Exclusive Livestream Rewards
Viewers will have the chance to win exclusive rewards, including:
– Trade-to-Win Red Packet Giveaway
– New User Exclusive Offers
Eligible participants can claim bonuses and prizes directly through their Bybit accounts. Full terms and conditions are available on the Bybit platform.
This livestream marks another key milestone in Bybit’s mission to foster innovation, education, and collaboration in the blockchain space. As Bybit continues to empower Web3 builders, this event offers a front-row seat to the future of decentralized technology and cross-chain synergy.
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About Bybit Web3
Bybit Web3 is redefining openness in the decentralized world, creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. We are committed to welcoming builders, creators, and partners in the blockchain space, extending an invitation to both crypto enthusiasts and the curious, with a community of over 130 million wallet addresses across over 30 major ecosystem partners, and counting.
Bybit Web3 provides a comprehensive suite of Web3 products designed to make accessing, swapping, collecting and growing Web3 assets as open and simple as possible. Our wallets, marketplaces and platforms are all backed by the security and expertise that define Bybit as the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, trusted by over 60 million users globally.
Join the revolution now and open the door to your Web3 future with Bybit.
For more details about Bybit Web3, please visit Bybit Web3.
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit Press
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Blockchain Press Releases
Vantage Markets Partners with Scuderia Ferrari HP for a Multi-Year Sponsorship

SYDNEY, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vantage Markets, a leading global multi-asset trading platform, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Ferrari, one of the most iconic teams in motorsport. This collaboration, commenced on January 13, 2025, will see Vantage become an Official Partner of the Scuderia Ferrari HP F1 team, marking a significant milestone for both brands in their pursuit of excellence.
As Official Partner, Vantage will be featured within Ferrari’s Formula 1 ecosystem and across Ferrari platforms, as part of a bond that embodies shared values of pursuing excellence and innovation.
Marc Despallieres, Chief Executive Officer at Vantage, expressed his enthusiasm:
“Partnering with Ferrari is an exciting milestone for Vantage. Ferrari’s legacy of speed and innovation mirrors our own commitment to empowering traders with cutting-edge tools and exceptional performance. Together, we aim to inspire our global community with the perfect blend of motorsport and trading expertise.”
Lorenzo Giorgetti, Chief Racing Revenues Officer at Scuderia Ferrari HP: “We are pleased to welcome Vantage Markets as an official partner of Scuderia Ferrari HP. This collaboration is built on shared values of innovation, precision, and performance—core principles that drive both our team in Formula 1 and Vantage in the world of trading. We look forward to working together to engage our global audiences in exciting new ways.”
With this exciting venture, Vantage Markets is poised to reward its users with exceptional experiences while joining motorsport enthusiasts worldwide in supporting Scuderia Ferrari HP.
For more information about this exciting partnership and what’s ahead, visit the website.
About Vantage
Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is a multi-asset broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful service for trading Forex and Contracts for Difference (CFDs) products on, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds.
With over 15 years of market experience, Vantage transcends the role of broker, providing a trusted trading ecosystem, an award-winning mobile trading app, and a user-friendly trading platform that empowers clients to seize trading opportunities. Download the Vantage App on App Store or Google Play.
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