Crypto-Focused Lender Blockfi Launches Trading Platform

Crypto financial services company Blockfi has launched a trading platform supporting three cryptocurrencies. The new offering adds to the company’s existing services: interest-bearing accounts and crypto-backed loans. Blockfi has completed registration with the U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network and expanded its state licenses to cover both lending and money transmission.

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Trading Platform Launch

Blockfi announced Thursday the launch of its crypto trading platform for individual and institutional investors. “Blockfi Trading will initially allow holders of cryptocurrencies to seamlessly trade between bitcoin, ether and the Gemini dollar (GUSD) within the Blockfi platform, subject to geographic availability,” the New Jersey-based company explained. According to the announcement, trades are fee-free and executed immediately based on current market prices. CEO Zac Prince commented,…