Nonco

Overview

Nonco is a leading institutional digital asset trading firm backed by VanEck that has developed an innovative institutional-grade foreign exchange (FX) trading protocol built on Avalanche. The protocol aims to bring deep, real-world FX liquidity to stablecoin markets, starting with the USDMXN (US Dollar to Mexican Peso) pair and expanding to additional currency pairs over time.

By using a request-for-quote (RFQ) model, Nonco connects traditional FX liquidity providers with on-chain users, offering competitive pricing, atomic settlement, and seamless integration with banks and stablecoin issuers. This partnership cements Avalanche's position as the FX-chain of choice for institutions, continuing its momentum as the preferred blockchain infrastructure for regulated financial applications.

Features

• Institutional-Grade FX Protocol: Professional foreign exchange trading infrastructure built on blockchain.
• Real-World Liquidity: Access to deep liquidity from traditional FX market makers and banks.
• Request-for-Quote (RFQ) Model: Competitive pricing through quote requests to multiple liquidity providers.
• Atomic Settlement: Instant, trustless settlement of FX trades on-chain.
• Bank Integration: Direct connections to banking partners for fiat settlement.
• Stablecoin Issuer Partnerships: Integration with major stablecoin issuers for seamless currency conversion.
• USDMXN Focus: Initial launch with Mexican Peso pairs, serving high-demand corridor.
• Multi-Currency Expansion: Roadmap to support additional fiat currency pairs.
• Competitive Pricing: Institutional-quality pricing competitive with traditional FX markets.
• Regulatory Compliance: Built with regulatory requirements and institutional standards in mind.
• Avalanche Native: Purpose-built on Avalanche for speed, cost-efficiency, and institutional adoption.
• API Access: Comprehensive APIs for programmatic trading and integration.
• Transparent Operations: On-chain transparency of trades and settlements.
• VanEck Backed: Support from leading institutional asset manager VanEck.

Getting Started

To access Nonco's FX protocol:

1. Institutional Onboarding: Contact Nonco to begin institutional onboarding process.

2. Compliance Verification: Complete institutional KYC/AML and compliance requirements.

3. Integration Options: Choose how to access the protocol:

   • Direct Protocol Access: Integrate directly with Nonco's smart contracts
   • API Integration: Use Nonco's APIs for programmatic trading
   • White-Label Solutions: Embed FX functionality into your platform
   • Liquidity Provider: Become a liquidity provider on the protocol

4. Testing: Test FX trading in Nonco's sandbox environment on Avalanche testnet.

5. Go Live: Execute live FX trades with real liquidity on Avalanche mainnet.

Request-for-Quote (RFQ) Model

Nonco's RFQ model provides institutional-quality execution:

Quote Request: Users or applications request quotes for specific FX pairs and amounts.

Competitive Quotes: Multiple liquidity providers respond with competitive pricing.

Best Execution: User selects best quote based on price, size, and settlement terms.

Atomic Settlement: Trade executes instantly on-chain with atomic settlement guaranteeing execution.

On-Chain Record: Complete transparency with all trades recorded on Avalanche blockchain.

This model ensures users receive competitive institutional pricing while maintaining the efficiency and transparency of blockchain settlement.

Avalanche Integration

Nonco chose Avalanche as the foundation for their FX protocol for several key reasons:

Institutional Adoption: Avalanche's growing adoption by regulated financial institutions made it the natural choice.

High Performance: Avalanche's throughput and sub-second finality enable real-time FX trading.

Low Costs: Minimal transaction fees make frequent trading economically viable.

Regulatory Compatibility: Avalanche's architecture supports compliance and institutional requirements.

Subnet Capability: Potential for dedicated FX subnet with customized parameters.

Network Effect: Building where other institutional applications are deployed creates synergies.

This positioning cements Avalanche as the "FX-chain" for institutional foreign exchange.

Use Cases

Nonco's FX protocol serves various institutional needs:

Cross-Border Payments: Convert between stablecoins and local currencies for international transfers.

Remittances: Enable efficient remittance corridors with instant FX conversion.

Treasury Management: Corporations managing multi-currency treasuries with stablecoins.

Exchanges: Cryptocurrency exchanges offering fiat on/off-ramps with competitive FX rates.

Payment Processors: Fintech platforms processing international payments.

Neobanks: Digital banks offering multi-currency accounts and FX services.

DeFi Protocols: DeFi applications needing access to real-world FX liquidity.

Market Makers: Trading firms providing liquidity across fiat and stablecoin markets.

USDMXN Focus

Nonco's initial focus on the USDMXN pair is strategic:

High-Demand Corridor: US-Mexico is one of the world's largest remittance corridors.

Underserved Market: Traditional FX markets often have high spreads for MXN.

Growing Stablecoin Adoption: Strong demand for stablecoin-based solutions in Latin America.

Regulatory Clarity: Increasing regulatory clarity in both jurisdictions.

Market Opportunity: Billions in annual transaction volume between USD and MXN.

The success with USDMXN will pave the way for additional currency pairs.

Liquidity Providers

Nonco connects multiple types of liquidity providers:

Traditional Banks: Banking partners providing fiat FX liquidity.

Market Makers: Professional trading firms quoting competitive prices.

Stablecoin Issuers: Direct integration with stablecoin issuers for minting/redemption.

Institutional Traders: Hedge funds and prop trading firms providing liquidity.

Treasury Operations: Corporate treasuries participating as liquidity providers.

This diverse liquidity base ensures competitive pricing and deep markets.

Technology Infrastructure

Nonco provides comprehensive FX trading infrastructure:

• Smart Contracts: Audited smart contracts on Avalanche for trustless execution
• RFQ Engine: High-performance quote request and aggregation system
• Settlement Layer: Atomic settlement ensuring simultaneous asset exchange
• Oracle Integration: Price feeds for reference rates and validation
• API Gateway: RESTful APIs for programmatic access
• WebSocket Feeds: Real-time market data and quote streams
• Admin Dashboard: Interface for managing trades and monitoring activity
• Compliance Tools: Built-in tools for transaction monitoring and reporting

Institutional Standards

Nonco meets institutional requirements:

• Price Discovery: Transparent, competitive price discovery through RFQ
• Best Execution: Users can select from multiple quotes ensuring best execution
• Audit Trail: Complete on-chain audit trail of all transactions
• Reporting: Comprehensive reporting for compliance and accounting
• Custody Integration: Compatible with institutional custody providers
• Risk Management: Tools for managing counterparty and settlement risk
• SLAs: Service level agreements for uptime and performance

VanEck Partnership

VanEck's backing provides significant advantages:

Institutional Credibility: VanEck's reputation enhances trust with institutional clients.

Regulatory Expertise: Access to VanEck's regulatory knowledge and relationships.

Network Access: Connections to VanEck's extensive institutional network.

Capital Support: Financial backing for protocol development and growth.

Strategic Guidance: Benefit from VanEck's decades of asset management experience.

Regulatory Approach

Nonco operates with focus on compliance:

• Institutional KYC: Comprehensive know-your-customer for all participants
• Transaction Monitoring: Real-time monitoring for suspicious activity
• Sanctions Screening: Screening against global sanctions lists
• Reporting: Regulatory reporting capabilities for relevant jurisdictions
• Licensing: Working with necessary licenses for FX and digital asset operations
• Bank Partnerships: Collaborating with regulated banking partners

Competitive Advantages

Real Liquidity: Access to traditional FX market liquidity, not just crypto-native sources.

Institutional-Grade: Built to institutional standards from day one.

Avalanche Native: Purpose-built on Avalanche's institutional-focused infrastructure.

RFQ Model: Proven trading model from traditional finance adapted for blockchain.

VanEck Backed: Credibility and support from leading asset manager.

Atomic Settlement: Eliminates settlement risk through blockchain technology.

Competitive Pricing: Institutional-quality pricing rivaling traditional FX markets.

Market Impact

Nonco's protocol advances the Avalanche ecosystem:

Institutional Use Case: Demonstrates Avalanche's viability for institutional FX trading.

Liquidity Attraction: Brings traditional financial liquidity onto Avalanche.

Network Effect: Attracts additional institutional applications to the ecosystem.

Real-World Utility: Enables practical, high-volume use cases beyond speculation.

Regulatory Validation: Shows regulators blockchain's potential for licensed financial activity.

Roadmap

Nonco's expansion plans include:

• Additional Currency Pairs: Expansion beyond USDMXN to other major pairs
• Increased Liquidity: Onboarding additional liquidity providers
• Enhanced Features: Advanced trading features for institutional users
• Geographic Expansion: Support for additional regional corridors
• DeFi Integration: Deeper integration with DeFi protocols
• Derivative Products: Potential FX derivatives and hedging instruments

Pricing

Nonco offers institutional pricing:

• Competitive Spreads: Tight bid-ask spreads competitive with traditional FX
• Transparent Fees: Clear fee structure for all participants
• Volume Discounts: Reduced fees for high-volume traders
• Liquidity Provider Incentives: Rewards for liquidity provision
• Enterprise Solutions: Custom pricing for large institutional clients

Contact Nonco for specific pricing based on trading volume and requirements.

Conclusion

Nonco is pioneering the future of institutional FX trading by bringing real-world foreign exchange liquidity to blockchain through their protocol built on Avalanche. With backing from VanEck, an RFQ model proven in traditional finance, and focus on institutional-grade infrastructure, Nonco provides the bridge between traditional FX markets and the efficiency of blockchain settlement. Starting with the high-demand USDMXN corridor and expanding to additional pairs, Nonco demonstrates Avalanche's capability to serve as the institutional FX-chain, handling real-world financial flows with the security, transparency, and efficiency of blockchain technology. For institutions needing to convert between fiat currencies and stablecoins at scale, Nonco's protocol on Avalanche provides the professional-grade solution that meets both business and regulatory requirements.