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Lombard and Bitwise Partner to Unlock Bitcoin Yield: A Game-Changer for Institutional Investors

Lombard, a Bitcoin lending platform, has joined forces with Bitwise Asset Management to enable institutions to earn yield and borrow against their Bitcoin holdings without moving the assets from custody. This partnership, announced at the Digital Asset Summit in New York, uses Bitcoins own tools to prove collateral on the blockchain, eliminating the need for risky bridges or wrapped tokens.

The collaboration will allow high-net-worth individuals, asset managers, and corporate treasuries to put their Bitcoin to work without tax headaches or custody switches. The service is set to launch in the second quarter of 2026, with plans to add more custodians and protocols to tap into larger pools of locked-up Bitcoin.

This development marks a significant step in Bitcoins role in decentralized finance, with total value locked nearing three billion dollars. The partnership transforms Bitcoin into active capital for professionals, offering safety and real returns, and driving fresh momentum across the space.

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