MELD is a non-custodial DeFi protocol for web3 finance, providing cross-chain lending, borrowing and staking on the MELD blockchain supporting the six leading blockchains as well as integrated fiat Banking*.
MELD is a Proof-of-Stake, high-speed, low-cost EVM blockchain designed for DeFi dApps. It integrates core DeFi mechanics providing direct access to lending, borrowing, cross-chain bridging, liquidity, and fiat services.
A next-gen multi-chain crypto wallet for a new age of modern money and digital assets. The MELDapp supports multiple blockchains, bridging and swapping between chains and a beautiful interface.
The MELD token will be available natively Cardano (where we started), Ethereum, Avalanche, Polygon, BSC and as the native token on the MELD Blockchain.
As world-class DeFi protocol, MELD uses smart contracts to ensure complete transparency and fairness for all parties on all chains.
We live in a global economy and just like being cross chain, we are cross border. Economic and political changes can’t alter MELD’s smart contracts. Our DeFi protocol is safe from changing laws or unexpected events.
We have a strategy partnership with MELD Finance (MELD.FI) to better bring together crypto and fiat systems for our users. With a secure, transparent and holistic view on our products. MELD handles DeFI while MELD.FI handles regulated fiat services.
We live in a global economy and just like being cross chain, we are cross border. Economic and political changes can’t alter MELD’s smart contracts. Our DeFi protocol is safe from changing laws or unexpected events.
Bringing two worlds together under the principles of a trustless, secure and decentralized ecosystem. With a DeFi lending and borrowing protocol connected by a multi-chain wallet with to a Web3 Neobank*
MELD lives on multiple blockchains bound together by the MELD blockchain to offer users access to a broad token ecosystem.
Use your crypto holdings as collateral to secure low interest loans in fiat without losing your private keys. With MELD you can leverage your cryptocurrency to borrow the cash you need today, while still maintaining full control of your crypto portfolio for future value.
Composability is key to the MELD protocol and our goal of being a first class citizen in the DeFi ecosystem. Each of the core functions in the MELD protocol will be interoperable with other services such as AMMs, LPs, Insurance and all the rest of the financial tools available.
Ken is a serial entrepreneur working in the space between technology design and data, building new products to solve some of the biggest problems in the industry. With more than 20-years of experience in digital transformation, Ken has a proven track record of delivering innovative products and consumer experiences for companies around the globe, ranging from startups to Fortune 500. His past and present clients include Eltek, GE, HP, Harrods, Hydro, Toyota, Sony, Audi, Telenor, Total, Statoil, Visa and Ubisoft.
Gediminas is an Ex-quant, ex-trader, ex-treasurer with more than 10 years of experience in traditional investment banking and fintech sectors in London and Hong Kong. Recently joined MELD as Chief Investment Officer. Previously helped expand Revolut’s European business operationalise its first banking license as Head of Treasury. MSc from London School of Economics in Quantitative Finance.
A seasoned startup founder, investor and speaker, Amit creates, evangelizes, and invests in the future of responsible AI and decentralization. Amit serves as the co-founder and president of the Silicon Valley Blockchain Society (SVBS), the executive chairman at Zero.AI and Rainfall, and an investor at JetVentures, a cross-stage international fund.
Outside of his advisory role at MELD, James is the Founder & Editor-at-large of Crypto AM, the Founder of London Blockchain Forum, the Global Ambassador for World Mobile, Advisor to Boson Protocol, Advisor to Cudos, Advisor to Fintech Legal Labs, Advisor and Global Ambassador for BEQUANT and Advisor to Sheesha.Finance.
Christian comes from 20+ years of experience within the banking & financial services sectors exercising roles as Vice President at J.P. Morgan, Managing Director at Goldman Sachs, CEO at the SIX Swiss Exchange and is a board member with multiple firms. Christian brings an array of critical insight and knowledge to MELD in conjunction with financial institutions and blockchain in cross-border markets. Christian enhances our reach to banking institutions allowing us to partner off with a greater array of fiat liquidity providers, further supporting the MELD protocol.
Ali Rod has experience as a startup advisor, lawyer, investment banker, and professor/author. He held senior roles at Macquarie Group and Westport Innovations, and began his career at Idealab and DLA Piper. He holds a PhD from Harvard University and a JD from UC Berkeley. He’s lived in 8 countries and 4 continents, and has knowledge of 5 languages. He’s been responsible for project portfolios in multiple sectors across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia. Much of his experience involves international strategy and negotiations, especially in scenarios involving cultural or political sensitivities, as well as niche transactions such as Islamic finance and China related M&A.
Experienced CXO-level executive and business developer within Fintech and software industries. A serial entrepreneur with a few exit success stories. A combination of the above formed a global mindset with corporate skills from multi-nationals and solid experience from growth companies.