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Aon's Digital Asset & Blockchain Team possesses unmatched knowledge in risk management and transfer solutions within this complex industry. They facilitated the introduction of the inaugural Crime policy specifically designed to address cryptocurrency risks and led the way in developing the first cryptocurrency captive, while also establishing benchmarks for the actuarial assessment and analysis of digital assets. The landscape of digital asset risks presents significant challenges, as the market struggles to meet the overwhelming demand. To bridge this gap, Aon has organized a series of informative events aimed at educating global insurance partners, thereby increasing the capacity accessible to companies dealing in digital assets. Additionally, they offer specialized Crime and specie insurance solutions to protect against the theft of digital assets, further solidifying their commitment to this evolving sector. This proactive approach not only fosters a better understanding of the risks but also enhances the overall resilience of the digital asset market.
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Ducat is a Bitcoin-native lending and stablecoin protocol that enables users to borrow against BTC without transferring custody to a centralized lender. The protocol places Bitcoin into a 2-of-2 Taproot vault and allows borrowers to mint UNIT or receive USDC against the value of their collateral. Loan creation, redemptions, liquidations, and other core mechanics are enforced through Bitcoin transactions and Script rather than through an external blockchain or Layer 2 network. Borrowers can select different collateral ratios based on their preferred risk level and can borrow up to 62.5% of the BTC value held in a vault. Ducat charges a one-time 7% minting fee and does not charge ongoing interest on the loan. A dashboard shows collateral ratios, liquidation prices, BTC price updates, and vault health so users can monitor and manage their borrowing positions. UNIT is a dollar-pegged stablecoin backed by overcollateralized Bitcoin and can be transferred through the protocol's ecash layer or exchanged for USDC. The protocol also includes a liquidation system in which participants can recapitalize undercollateralized vaults and receive discounted BTC. Ducat states that every vault and loan can be independently verified on Bitcoin and that the system can operate without custodians, bridges, or wrapped BTC. Ducat is intended for Bitcoin holders, BTC-focused investors, and decentralized finance users seeking non-custodial access to dollar-denominated liquidity.
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Vendor Details
Company Name
Aon
Country
United Kingdom
Website
www.aon.com/industry-expertise/financial-institution-risk-management/digital-assets-and-blockchain-cryptocurrencies.jsp
Vendor Details
Company Name
Ducat Protocol
Founded
2000
Country
United Kingdom
Website
ducatprotocol.com