▣About Arch Lending

Arch Lending (ChainFi, Inc., dba Arch) is a New York–based fintech that offers crypto-backed loans and wealth products tailored for holders of Bitcoin and other alternative assets, built around qualified custody, a strict no‑rehypothecation policy, and an automated lending experience. Founded in early 2022 by long‑time crypto investors who set out to build more secure, customer‑focused financial services for the crypto community, Arch has attracted institutional backing and significant financing to scale its platform. The company’s core offerings include Bitcoin‑backed loans and related products, with an emphasis on bank‑grade security, custody, and rapid, fully automated loan execution. Arch is led by co‑founders Dhruv Patel (CEO) and Himanshu Sahay (CTO), who drive the firm’s product, security, and growth initiatives.