Institutional Crypto Custody

The Bitcoin Suisse Vault provides institutional-grade cold storage custody for crypto assets, combining proprietary technology with multiple layers of security auditing and compliance certification. Currently safeguarding over CHF 6 billion in crypto assets, making Bitcoin Suisse the largest custodial provider in Switzerland.

Security & Compliance

ISAE-3402 Type 2 Certified: Audited annually by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), demonstrating adherence to international standards for control systems and operational effectiveness.

Code Auditing: Smart contract and custody infrastructure code reviewed by Zühlke, a leading technology services company.

Penetration Testing: Regular security testing conducted by Compass Security to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.

Perfect Track Record: In over 12 years of operations, no client has ever lost funds on the Bitcoin Suisse platform.

Custody Features

Cold Storage Architecture: Proprietary offline storage solution designed to protect assets from online threats while maintaining accessibility for authorized transactions.

Multi-Asset Support: Custody available for a wide range of crypto assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and numerous altcoins - supporting the full spectrum of assets tradable on the platform.

On-Chain Governance: World-first capability enabling on-chain governance participation directly from institutional-grade custody, allowing clients to participate in protocol governance without compromising security.

Regulatory Compliance: Full compliance with Swiss financial regulations as a member of the self-regulatory organization Financial Services Standards Association (VQF).

Custodial Integration

Seamlessly integrated with all Bitcoin Suisse services:

• Assets held in custody can be staked to earn rewards
• Custodied crypto can be used as collateral for fiat-backed loans
• Direct trading from custody without external transfers
• API access for programmatic custody management

Historical Significance

Bitcoin Suisse became the world's first ISAE-3402 audited crypto custody provider in 2020, setting the standard for institutional custody in the crypto industry.

Target Clients

Designed for institutions and high-net-worth individuals requiring the highest levels of security, compliance, and insurance for significant crypto asset holdings. Ideal for corporations, crypto foundations, funds, and financial service providers managing client crypto assets.