Decentralized NFT Lending, Unleashing the Potential of DeFi | a Web3 Episode with Joseph Bosselut, Co-Founder & CEO at Kairos Loan

I am really excited about this episode, which is a deep dive into
DeFi (decentralized finance) and decentralized lending, web3
leadership and communities, and the transformative potential for
communities of Kairos Loan.



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In this conversation, I have the chance to
welcome Joseph Bosselut⁠, Co-Founder &
CEO at Kairos Loan.


Kairos Loan is a new type of lending
protocol allowing you to borrow instantly using an NFT as
collateral and with the best rates on the market, according to
Joseph. As the use of NFTs increases in various industries, NFT
lending platforms are becoming increasingly important. This is
due to the fact that NFTs are illiquid by nature, making it
challenging for holders to access the value of their holdings.


However, NFT loans offer a solution to this problem by allowing
holders to use their assets as collateral to borrow funds. These
platforms allow NFT holders to use their tokens as collateral for
loans. This creates a new financial market for NFTs, as lenders
can earn interest on their funds while borrowers can unlock the
value of their NFTs without having to sell them.


As the NFT market continues to grow, NFT loans have the potential
to bring a new level of liquidity to the space and unlock even
more use cases for these unique digital assets.


As part of the recent €1M fundraise, Jo
announced that “Kairos aims to democratize and revolutionize the
finance surrounding NFTs. Their flagship tool, Kairos Loan, is a
collateralized lending protocol that enables instant value
mobilization without the need to sell your NFTs, offering the
most favorable terms in the market.”


According to Kairos, the startup wants to “prioritize improving
the user experience for borrowers while maximizing capital
efficiency for lenders. With just a few clicks, users can
leverage any type of NFT to get a crypto loan, completely
eliminating liquidation risk and ensuring the best terms
available”.


Kairos protocol initially supports the most popular NFT
collections on the Ethereum network such as Bored Ape Yacht Club,
Doodle or Azuki.


In this podcast, we talk about:


The principles of decentralization and empowering users to
take control of their financial futures through Kairos Loan.

Balancing innovation and progress with the potential risks
and downsides of new financial technologies.

The role of NFTs in the future of gaming and how Kairos Loan
is shaping that future.

The evolution of Kairos Loan in the next 5-10 years and its
impact on the world of finance.

The broader landscape of DeFi and blockchain-based finance,
including opportunities and challenges for the industry.

Defining and communicating a compelling shared mission for
community-first companies, building thriving communities, and
measuring success beyond traditional financial metrics.



Let's get into the episode right now.


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