Core Insights - DeFi Technologies Inc. announces that its venture portfolio company, Canada Stablecorp Inc., has achieved a significant milestone with QCAD being approved as Canada's first compliant CAD stablecoin [1][2][3] Company Overview - DeFi Technologies is a financial technology company that bridges traditional capital markets and decentralized finance (DeFi) [4] - The company aims to support the growth of QCAD as a core Canadian-dollar rail across its product and trading platform [3] Regulatory Milestone - QCAD Digital Trust has received final approval for the prospectus qualifying the distribution of QCAD tokens under Canada's regulatory framework for stablecoins, establishing a benchmark for compliant digital money [2][3] Strategic Partnership - DeFi Technologies and Stablecorp plan to scale QCAD in three core areas, focusing on creating a more open and efficient financial system for Canadians [3] - The partnership aims to position QCAD as a key component in unlocking Canada's digital potential [3] Business Development - QCAD provides a foundation for DeFi Technologies' growth, with opportunities to launch CAD-linked exchange-traded products (ETPs) and structured products [5] - The company intends to deepen institutional on- and off-ramp flows and create new revenue streams aligned with Canada's evolving regulatory framework [5] Product Development - DeFi Technologies plans to develop QCAD-integrated products, including CAD-linked ETPs and yield products, to provide regulated access to the digital asset economy [5] - The company is positioned as a preferred liquidity provider for QCAD, supporting institutional-grade execution and cross-border payments [5] Security Initiatives - In collaboration with BTQ Technologies Corp., DeFi Technologies aims to develop a post-quantum security roadmap for QCAD as its importance scales over time [5]
DeFi Technologies Announces Landmark Milestone for Venture Portfolio Company Stablecorp as QCAD Becomes Canada's First Compliant CAD Stablecoin