Why VaultBit Was Created: The Need for Professional Physical Custody

In the bleak custody landscape we have described, where investors are forced to choose between the vulnerability of exchanges and the precariousness of domestic self-custody, a solution has emerged not as just another option, but as an imperative necessity: VaultBit. We are the first company in Europe dedicated exclusively to the physical custody of crypto assets, presenting a third way that combines traditional banking infrastructure with blockchain ecosystem protocols to close that critical security gap.

Defining Bank-Level Security

To protect high-value digital assets, good intentions are not enough; proven, certified, and audited physical security standards are required. At VaultBit, we have adopted the same infrastructure that financial institutions use to protect their assets, ensuring an unbreakable defence against any physical threat.

• European-certified vaults: Our facilities have vaults certified to EN 1143-1 Grade VII, the highest banking security standard in Europe. These structures are not simple concrete walls. They are built with high-performance composites, to which metal fibres and multiple layers of internal reinforcement are added, giving them extreme resistance to prolonged mechanical and thermal attacks, such as those carried out with thermal lances or explosives.

• Controlled Access in an Offline Environment: Our access protocol is a deliberately offline, multi-layered system designed to neutralise any digital attack vector. It requires a combination of: proximity card, biometric authentication (fingerprint or iris) and a personal PIN. Only the combination of these three factors, verified on site, allows access, ensuring that only the authorised customer can reach their compartment.

• Surveillance and Perimeter Protection: Security is not limited to the walls of the vault. Our facilities are monitored 24/7 by security personnel and advanced video surveillance systems. In addition, the vault is surrounded by a perimeter walkway, an additional security measure that allows for complete inspection of the structure and immediate detection of any intrusion attempts.

A Comprehensive Service Designed for the Discerning Investor

Security at VaultBit goes beyond physical infrastructure. We have designed a comprehensive service that offers operational, financial and privacy guarantees, designed for high net worth individual investors, family offices and institutions.

Financial Protection and Tailored Insurance We understand that complete peace of mind can only be achieved with a financial safety net. That is why our service includes tailored insurance coverage against theft, fire and flooding. This policy, backed by leading insurers, guarantees the protection of the value of the assets in our custody against any contingency.

Absolute Privacy and Discretion Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our value proposition. Our facilities have no external signage to avoid attracting unwanted attention. Access is always by appointment to ensure exclusive service and no cross-over between clients. In addition, clients have private rooms to handle their assets in complete privacy, ensuring an environment of maximum discretion.

Regulatory Compliance and Institutional Trust We operate with maximum transparency and in full alignment with the European regulatory framework. Our business model is designed to comply with MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation), positioning us as a reliable partner for growing institutional demand. In addition, we undergo regular audits by external firms to verify our protocols and ensure market confidence.

Conclusion: The Future of Custody is Physical and Professional

VaultBit should not be confused with a simple safe deposit box service. We represent a new category of financial infrastructure, a fundamental piece for the maturation of the crypto ecosystem that solves the trust gap that slows institutional adoption. By offering a professional physical custody solution, we enable both individual and institutional investors to protect their digital assets with the same peace of mind and confidence they would have in a traditional bank. We are creating a new category of custody that the market not only needs, but demands.

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