Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell

Mauricio Di Bartolomeo: Borrow Dollars, Hold Bitcoin - The Debasement Play with Bitcoin-Backed Loans

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Oct 9, 2025
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Mauricio Di Bartolomeo
Natalie Brunell chats with Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, co-founder of Ledn, a pioneer in Bitcoin-backed loans. They decode how these loans work and why current interest rates are falling. Mauricio shares insights on borrowing dollars for hard assets amidst dollar debasement and discusses Ledn's innovative approach to managing risk. With a compelling backstory from Venezuela, he reveals how his experiences shaped his passion for financial freedom through Bitcoin. The conversation highlights Ledn's mission to democratize access to Bitcoin lending globally.
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ANECDOTE

Shorting The Bolivar Before Bitcoin

  • Mauricio shorted the Venezuelan bolivar and borrowed dollars at 30% to buy appreciating dollars during hyperinflation.
  • The high nominal interest was negligible versus the currency appreciation he captured.
ADVICE

How The Loan Process Works

  • Complete KYC, pledge collateral at 2x the loan amount, and send Bitcoin to the provided address to get funded quickly.
  • Expect fiat disbursements in hours on weekdays and faster if using stablecoins.
ADVICE

Manage LTV To Avoid Liquidation

  • Monitor Loan-to-Value (LTV) and respond to notifications by adding collateral to avoid liquidation.
  • Use features like auto top-up to authorize Ledn to sweep extra custody Bitcoin into the loan when LTV rises.
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