p2p-platforms
Peer-to-Peer Bitcoin Markets Without Custodial Risk
Use Theya’s collaborative custody to power secure, trustless escrows and collateral management for P2P trading and lending.
The Challenge
P2P platforms need to build trust between users without becoming custodians. Holding user funds creates risk, but Bitcoin lacks native smart contracts to automate fair coordination.
Theya’s Solution
For each trade or loan, create a 2-of-3 multi-signature vault where the buyer, seller, and your platform each hold a key. Funds can only move with two-party approval, ensuring fairness. Your platform steps in only during disputes. Everything is managed via Theya’s API, letting you deliver secure, trust-minimized transactions at scale.
True Peer-to-Peer Custody
Users lock funds in shared vaults, not your wallet, improving trust.
Built-In Arbitration
Hold a third key for disputes only, staying hands-off during normal transactions.
Reduced Liability
Avoid regulatory exposure by never directly holding user assets.
Automation Friendly
Integrate Theya via API to create, manage, and settle vaults automatically.
Community Trust and Growth
Earn user confidence by showing that no one, including your platform, can access funds alone.
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