Bitcoin-Backed Lending

Offer collateralized lending using Bitcoin. Automated LTV monitoring, margin calls, and custody-independent infrastructure. Powered by Lana, our purpose-built lending platform.

Lana lending platform architecture

The Bitcoin Lending Opportunity

Bitcoin holders want to borrow against their holdings without selling. Banks want the ability to offer modern financial products that customers expect. Lana handles the full lending lifecycle (origination, monitoring, margin calls, and close) while your institution controls custody and compliance.

New Revenue Stream

Earn interest and fee revenue on loans secured by Bitcoin collateral with conservative LTV ratios.

Over-Collateralized Security

Conservative loan-to-value ratios provide a substantial collateral buffer, reducing credit risk for your institution.

Collateral Held With Your Custodian

Bitcoin collateral stays with your qualified custodian. Your institution maintains full control over collateral assets.

Lending model comparison: Unsecured vs BTC-Backed + Lana

Complete Bitcoin-Backed Lending Lifecycle Management

Everything your institution needs to run a Bitcoin-backed lending program

Automated LTV Monitoring

Real-time loan-to-value ratio tracking with configurable thresholds for margin calls and liquidation triggers.

Smart Margin Calls

Automated borrower notifications when LTV approaches thresholds. Configurable grace periods and escalation paths.

Liquidation Management

Configurable liquidation workflows when collateral values breach limits. Manual controls with custodian-integrated execution.

Custodian Integration

Pre-built integrations with Komainu, BitGo, and other qualified custodians. Webhook-based communication for collateral operations.

Audit Trail & Reporting

Every action logged (user and system). Built-in financial reporting with balance sheet and P&L generation for regulatory examination.

Role-Based Access

Configurable roles and permissions for your team (bank managers, accountants, administrators) with full access control over loan operations.

How Bitcoin-Backed Lending Works

1

Customer Applies

Borrower requests loan amount and transfers Bitcoin collateral to custody.

2

Loan Originated

LTV is calculated, terms are set, and funds are disbursed to borrower's account.

3

Continuous Monitoring

Real-time LTV tracking with automated margin calls if thresholds approach.

4

Loan Closes

Borrower repays loan. Collateral released minus any fees or interest.

Ready to Launch Bitcoin-Backed Lending?

See how Galoy can help your institution capture the Bitcoin lending opportunity.