Butn Limited (ASX:BTN) has announced a significant partnership with APX Lending, a leader in crypto-backed lending. Together, they will launch a joint venture to provide crypto-backed lending services in the Asia-Pacific region. This venture will leverage Butn's digital model and APX Lending's technology, with operations set to begin in Australia by late FY2025.
Butn Limited's collaboration with APX Lending marks a strategic move into the crypto-backed lending market. The joint venture aims to meet the demand for crypto-backed loans in the APAC region by combining Butn's local market expertise with APX Lending's advanced technology. Set to launch by late FY2025 in Australia, the partnership plans further expansion into New Zealand and other APAC countries. This venture aligns with Butn's growth strategy, expanding their product offerings into the crypto space, and underscores the potential for innovative financial solutions in emerging markets.
The timing is perfect as Bitcoin's value increases, allowing us to offer innovative lending solutions,' said Rael Ross, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Butn. 'This alliance is strategically important for our global expansion,' added Andrei Poliakov, CEO of APX Lending.