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Mezo's Mainnet Launch: A New Era for Bitcoin Finance

On May 28, 2025, Mezo, a pioneering platform in the realm of bank-free Bitcoin finance, successfully launched its Mainnet. Created by Thesis, a leading venture studio focused on Bitcoin, Mezo introduces the world to its first full-stack Bitcoin economy. This innovative platform allows users to utilize their Bitcoin without needing to sell it, making it a groundbreaking offering in the cryptocurrency space.
At the heart of Mezo's economy lies MUSD, the first stablecoin fully backed by Bitcoin, which equips users with the ability to spend instantly while using their Bitcoin as collateral. This revolutionary approach enables Bitcoin holders to engage in everyday financial transactions without relying on banks, thus fostering a more independent financial experience.
Effective immediately, users can mint and spend MUSD across various decentralized applications (dApps) within the Mezo ecosystem. This means they can access credit and fixed-rate loans pegged to MUSD against their Bitcoin holdings without compromising their assets. Notably, Mezo sets a new benchmark for affordability: MUSD loans can start with an astonishingly low fixed interest rate of 1%, compared to typical Bitcoin loan rates that hover between 5% and 20% APR.
Matt Luongo, CEO of Thesis and co-founder of Mezo, expressed his excitement about the platform’s launch, stating, "People don’t want to spend their BTC; they want to earn more. With Mezo, users can park their BTC, access a credit line, and conduct transactions—be it for a morning coffee or purchasing a new home." He emphasized that Mezo's Mainnet realization embodies the vision of users becoming their own banks.
Before this launch, Mezo successfully completed a Testnet phase that began in November 2024. This phase recorded an impressive community engagement, with deposits exceeding $322 million in multiple stablecoins and wrapped Bitcoin currencies, alongside $1.8 billion in MUSD borrowed during 154,000 transactions.
Brian Mahoney, co-founder of Mezo, highlighted the platform's core mission: simplifying Bitcoin finance for mainstream adoption. He stated, "Users should no longer be concerned about transaction fees, slippage, or bridging complications. Our objective is to eliminate on-chain complexities and foster genuine use cases for Bitcoin finance." He believes that this approach will not only improve user experience but also open avenues for institutions and developers to engage with the next wave of Bitcoin finance users.
An integral aspect of this launch is the introduction of Tigris, Mezo's native incentive engine designed to enhance reward systems within the platform. Tigris will support validator rewards, manage protocol revenues, and offer a robust method for tracking fund flows throughout Mezo's Bitcoin economy.
Moreover, Mezo announced a partnership with Lolli, a leading rewards platform that enables users to earn Bitcoin and cashback on everyday purchases. This partnership aims to create new opportunities for users to engage with Bitcoin, facilitating its integration into daily life. Alex Adelman, Founder and CEO of Lolli, described the collaboration as a significant step toward achieving seamless Bitcoin experiences for users.
To boost the adoption of its services, Mezo has initiated the "Maynet" campaign, which will encompass various product updates and partnerships over the coming months. Through its educational initiatives, users will gain insights into innovative MUSD applications and earn rewards across various dApps in its marketplace.
Mezo's partner ecosystem includes a diverse range of projects in decentralized finance (DeFi), SocialFi, and interoperability, such as BitRefill, Ledger, Fold, and SheFi, enhancing the platform's functionality and user engagement.
As the year progresses, Mezo aims to continue advancing Bitcoin's utility as a capital asset. The prospects beyond 2025 involve positioning Mezo as a viable option for both retail and institutional users, showcasing Bitcoin’s real-world value without the need for conventional banking.
For updates and additional information about Mezo and its product offerings, interested individuals can visit Mezo’s official website or check their blog.

About Mezo

Mezo represents a new frontier in financial systems, providing individuals a means to sustain their lifestyles through Bitcoin without the necessity of selling. Through a user-friendly, intuitive design and an unwavering commitment to security, Mezo is reshaping how everyday financial transactions occur—entirely empowered by Bitcoin.

About Thesis

Thesis is dedicated to pioneering solutions on Bitcoin since 2014, enabling communities to thrive through innovative products. With notable projects like Fold and tBTC in its portfolio, Thesis* continues to lead the way toward a decentralized future.
For more details, please visit Thesis's official website.