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Archblock welcomes END-Labs to TrueFi as Its Newest Portfolio Manager
Archblock, the core team behind leading DeFi credit protocol TrueFi, bridging traditional finance (TradFi) with the DeFi infrastructure, announces the onboarding of END-Labs as a portfolio manager on the protocol. TrueFi’s Capital Markets allows nearly any portfolio manager to launch financial products on TrueFi with global reach from day one. By using TrueFi’s infrastructure, END-Labs gains access to a vast pool of borrowers and lenders, as well as Archblock’s suite of services to help institutions adapt to and participate in DeFi.
Archblock welcomes END Capital, the in-house capital markets team for END-Labs, an early-stage company focused on applying blockchain to various aspects of the traditional finance services industry, as a financial partner, leveraging TrueFi’s unique unsecured lending protocol. END Capital opens access to real-world assets for DeFi investors and lenders, and alternative sources of funding capital for fiat-native fintech asset originators. By focusing on real-world assets instead of volatile crypto assets amid a bear market, END Capital is able to provide its clients with real-world productive GDP loans using DeFi, while providing DeFi investors access to protected and closely managed credit exposures.
As a new portfolio manager utilizing TrueFi portfolios, END Capital plans to grow its GigPool platform, which focuses on providing funding capital for fintech lenders servicing borrowers in the gig economy. The TrueFi pool will utilize senior leverage that the GigPool obtains through the Centrifuge platform for a levered senior return. END-Labs’s robust pipeline of asset originators would require additional capital capacity, as well as provide diversification of a range of different capital providers facing the GigPool platform.
At its onset, the TrueFi protocol only served crypto-native hedge funds, but beginning earlier this year it began bringing the speed, cost savings, and accessibility of blockchain to all types of lending. Archblock and TrueFi make designing, launching, and funding new investment opportunities simple by easing access to DeFi services for TradFi, while also lowering costs and growing the total accessible markets for TradFi funds.
TrueFi, as the leading unsecured DeFi lending marketplace, provides an ever-growing community of DeFi lenders while Archblock enables a suite of technical, financial, and operational services for portfolio managers using the TrueFi protocol, which allows them to invest their time and resources on acting as the most effective capital allocators.
“We’re excited to welcome END-Labs to TrueFi infrastructure,” says Ryan Christensen, CEO of Archblock. “The team has proven its expertise in creating innovative financial products at the intersection of DeFi and real-world lending, and we see GigPool as a unique and valuable offering we’re glad to see offered to TrueFi’s community of lenders.”
“We look forward to the launching of this, the first of numerous expected pools on the TrueFi platform. Both END-Labs and Archblock are like-minded with regard to the future of real world asset financing utilizing DeFi protocols and we’re excited to continue that development together,” said Edward Wu, Managing Director of END Capital.
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The World Market for RegTech 2025-2030: Growth Trends, Industry Chain Analysis, Regional Insights, SWOT Analysis and Market Shares of Leading Players – Thomson Reuters, Deloitte, PwC, Accenture, IBM & More
The blockchain world continues to captivate with its blend of innovation, controversy, and global collaboration. In today’s briefing, we spotlight the latest developments, from token launches to regulatory crackdowns and academic partnerships.
KuCoin Introduces Trump Token on Spot Trading Platform
KuCoin has launched the official Trump Token on its spot trading platform, adding a new layer of political intrigue to the cryptocurrency market. Designed to capitalize on the former U.S. President’s enduring influence, the token represents the intersection of digital assets and cultural zeitgeist. While the move has garnered attention, it also raises questions about the broader implications of politically themed tokens in the blockchain space.
Source: PRNewswire
Trump Immortalized on Bitcoin Blockchain
Donald Trump’s image has been etched into Bitcoin’s blockchain, ensuring his face remains a permanent part of the decentralized ledger. This act highlights the creative and often polarizing ways blockchain technology can be utilized for artistic and symbolic purposes. The incident has sparked debate about the ethical and practical considerations of embedding non-financial data in immutable systems.
Source: Decrypt
Ripple Partners with Ireland’s Trinity College
Ripple has joined forces with Trinity College in Ireland to address pressing blockchain challenges. This partnership aims to advance research and develop innovative solutions to improve blockchain technology’s scalability, efficiency, and security. Such collaborations between academia and industry are vital for fostering the next generation of blockchain breakthroughs.
Source: Crypto.News
SEC Takes Action Against Engineer in GME Rug Pull Case
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged a New York engineer for orchestrating a rug pull involving a cryptocurrency named GME. The incident underscores the ongoing regulatory scrutiny facing the blockchain industry and highlights the need for robust consumer protection mechanisms to prevent fraudulent activities.
Source: Cryptopolitan
The Gambia’s Blockchain-Powered Digital Infrastructure Plan
The Gambia is embarking on an ambitious project to develop blockchain-powered digital infrastructure. This initiative aims to enhance governance, improve transparency, and boost economic growth. By leveraging blockchain technology, The Gambia seeks to position itself as a trailblazer in utilizing decentralized solutions for national development.
Source: Coingeek
Reflections and Projections
The blockchain ecosystem’s diversity is evident in today’s stories. KuCoin’s launch of the Trump Token and the embedding of Donald Trump’s image on the Bitcoin blockchain illustrate the interplay of culture and technology. Meanwhile, Ripple’s academic partnership with Trinity College highlights the sector’s commitment to solving foundational challenges.
The SEC’s enforcement actions remind us of the importance of regulatory oversight in ensuring the industry’s integrity. Lastly, The Gambia’s forward-thinking adoption of blockchain for national infrastructure development serves as an inspiring example of blockchain’s potential to drive meaningful change.
As the industry evolves, the balance between innovation, regulation, and ethical considerations will remain critical.
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