DeFi loans on Bitcoin-based Liquidium hit a four-month high of 21 BTC on December 5, after the main asset hit a new all-time high above $100,000.
Onchain data reveals that loans against Runes accounted for 57% of Liquidium’s daily volume, contributing 12 BTC, while Ordinals accounted for the remaining 43%, contributing 9 BTC.
These numbers reflect a year-over-year upward trend for Liquidium, which has facilitated over 63,000 loans totaling over 3,378 BTC. Runes dominate the platform, accounting for over half of all guarantees.
Liquidium allows users to borrow Bitcoin against assets such as runes, ordinals, inscriptions and BRC-20 tokens. Its non-custodial model uses discrete contracts (DLC) for secure escrow, ensuring that lenders’ returns are protected, even in the event of default.
Liquidium’s increase in activity reflects the growing mainstream adoption of Bitcoin. Analysts point to the rise in BTC prices above $100,000 and the introduction of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as key factors driving institutional interest in the ecosystem.
Additionally, market sentiment has improved significantly with expectations of crypto-friendly regulations under the Donald Trump-led US administration, fueling optimism for broader growth in the sector.
Additionally, according to data from CoinMarketCap, the platform’s native LIQUIDIUM token is also experiencing an upward trend, which has caused its value to soar by more than 25% over the past week.
New features
Looking ahead, Liquidium is set to launch features designed to streamline the user experience. A new Instant Loans feature will allow borrowers to access funds without needing a lender’s countersignature, simplifying the process for loans of any size.
The upcoming Custom Loan V2 upgrade will introduce a gallery-style interface, allowing borrowers and lenders to create and customize loan offers.
This change from the traditional model – in which only lenders could launch offers – will make the platform more dynamic and more accessible. The intuitive design promises an engaging experience where users can explore lending opportunities as easily as browsing a curated collection.
Liquidium’s consistent growth and planned advancements position it as a key player in the expanding Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem.
