Malgo Launches Fully Anonymous Monero P2P Platform for Privacy-First Trading
CHAINWIRE: Malgo Launches Fully Anonymous Monero P2P Platform
October 27, 2025 — Zug, Switzerland – Malgo, a rising privacy infrastructure startup, has announced the official launch of its fully anonymous peer-to-peer (P2P) trading platform for Monero (XMR), setting a new standard in decentralized, privacy-first financial systems.
The platform enables users to buy and sell Monero directly from each other — without centralized intermediaries, KYC verification, or data collection — marking a major step forward for privacy advocates and the broader Monero ecosystem.
Built for True Privacy
At the heart of Malgo’s new platform is a fully encrypted, non-custodial trading architecture. Unlike traditional P2P systems that rely on identifiable user accounts or third-party escrow agents, Malgo’s framework uses:
- Zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) to verify transaction legitimacy without revealing wallet details.
- End-to-end encrypted messaging for order negotiation and trade settlement.
- Multi-signature escrow contracts on the Monero blockchain to ensure secure atomic swaps.
According to the Malgo development team, the goal is to “restore financial autonomy in an increasingly surveilled digital landscape.”
“Our mission is simple — give users the power to transact freely and privately,” said Malgo co-founder Artem Kovalenko. “Malgo is for those who believe privacy is not a privilege, but a right.”
Key Platform Features
- Fully Anonymous Accounts: No KYC, no login data, no tracking cookies.
- Non-Custodial Escrow: Funds remain in users’ wallets until both parties confirm execution.
- Decentralized Order Matching: Trades are broadcast via distributed relays, preventing censorship.
- Encrypted Chat Integration: Enables anonymous negotiation between traders.
- Low Fees: Trades incur a flat 0.1% network maintenance fee, payable in XMR.
The Malgo team also confirmed that the platform supports Tor and I2P network integration, offering users an added layer of anonymity for all transactions.
Why Monero?
Monero (XMR) remains the most widely adopted privacy-centric cryptocurrency, using ring signatures, stealth addresses, and confidential transactions to obscure transaction data.
Malgo’s developers said Monero’s architecture made it the “natural choice” for a censorship-resistant exchange environment.
“Bitcoin is transparent by design,” said Malgo’s technical lead, Lina Sørensen. “Monero gives users the ability to transact without leaving a trace. Our platform amplifies that by removing the surveillance layer entirely.”
Regulatory Context
Malgo’s launch comes amid renewed global debate about privacy coins.
While several major exchanges have delisted Monero due to regulatory scrutiny, decentralized platforms like Malgo are rising to fill the demand for private, peer-to-peer trading tools.
Legal analysts say Malgo’s design — which never takes custody of funds or stores user data — positions it as compliant under current decentralized software frameworks, similar to open-source file-sharing or messaging protocols.
The Road Ahead
Malgo confirmed that additional features are planned for Q1 2026, including:
- BTC–XMR atomic swap integration
- Cross-chain bridge to Ethereum privacy layers
- Open-source SDK for third-party developers
The company is also exploring integration with privacy-centric stablecoins and DEX aggregators to expand liquidity while maintaining anonymity.
“We’re building not just an app, but a privacy ecosystem,” said Kovalenko. “Our vision is a world where people can trade value — not their data.”
About Malgo
Malgo is a decentralized privacy infrastructure company focused on building tools for anonymous financial interactions. Founded in 2023, Malgo’s mission is to empower individuals with private, permissionless, and censorship-resistant access to global markets.
Website: https://malgo.io
Press Contact: press@malgo.io
