PayFi Attracts Attention from a16z and Chris Dixon

👀 a16z Spotted in PayFi

By Huma Finance
Apr 17, 2025, 4:08 PM
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PayFi, a DeFi protocol focused on income-backed lending, appears to be gaining attention from major players in the venture capital space.​ Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and partner Chris Dixon have reportedly been exploring the protocol.​

The platform aims to innovate in the DeFi lending space by using receivables as collateral, potentially opening up new opportunities for broader market participation.​

  • Protocol focuses on income-backed lending
  • Notable VC interest from a16z team
  • Aims to make DeFi more accessible
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Someone has been reading about PayFi. Welcome to the movement @a16z & @cdixon 💜

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