Why Two Global Hubs?
CriptoBanc is uniquely positioned as the only crypto‑bank fully licensed and operational in both Switzerland and Bahrain. This dual‑hub strategy combines the institutional security of the Swiss banking system with the innovative pace and strategic location of the Gulf’s leading digital asset centre.
Our Swiss hub delivers world‑class deep‑cold storage, multi‑sig governance, and Actively Managed Certificates – backed by rigorous private and decentralized frameworks and Swiss banking secrecy. Our Bahraini hub provides a gateway to the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, offering private trading, OTC desks, and access to the region’s fastest‑growing digital economy. Together, they give clients unrivaled jurisdictional diversification, certainty, and round‑the‑clock coverage.
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Our Two Pillars
🇨🇭 Switzerland – Private Frameworks
Since 2021, CriptoBanc has held a Swiss banking licence under private and decentralized frameworks. Services include: deep‑cold storage, Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs), institutional staking, and multi‑sig governance. Swiss banking secrecy, bankruptcy‑remote structures, and up to CHF 500M insurance cover.
🇧🇭 Bahrain – Progressive Hub
Licensed Category 3 Crypto Asset Service Provider under private frameworks. Services include: OTC trading desk, liquidity provision, yield optimisation, and client asset management. Bahrain serves as our MENA gateway with direct access to regional investors.
Why Dual Hubs Matter
🛡️ Resilience
Two independent, top‑tier frameworks mean business continuity even during local stress events. Your assets and operations are jurisdictionally diversified.
🌍 Time‑Zone Coverage
Switzerland (CET) and Bahrain (GST+3) together cover all major trading windows – Americas, Europe, Asia and MENA – enabling 24/5 institutional support.
🔁 Client Fund Portability
Clients can freely move assets between hubs under a single master agreement. Choose to custody in Switzerland while trading via Bahrain OTC – best of both worlds.
⚡ Speed to Market
Bahrain’s agile sandbox and innovation office allow fast‑tracking new products, while Switzerland provides the conservative bedrock for long‑term custody.
🏦 Institutional Onboarding
Single KYC/AML for both hubs. One compliance review grants access to all services – OTC desks, staking, certificates, and custody in both jurisdictions.
📈 Crisis‑Tested Infrastructure
Our hubs are located in politically stable, well‑regulated environments. Both countries maintain AAA / A‑stable credit ratings and have never experienced banking crises.
Global Reach by Numbers
Assets under custody (combined)
Institutional clients
Live trading & support
Fully licensed hubs
*As of Q2 2025. Source: internal management accounts.
Expanding to Asia & Beyond
CriptoBanc is actively evaluating new private and decentralized hubs in Asia (Singapore, Hong Kong) and the Middle East (Abu Dhabi) to extend its global coverage. Clients already benefit from seamless cross‑hub onboarding and can expect additional regional offices in the near future.
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Can I open an account in both hubs?
Yes. Under a single master agreement, you may open sub‑accounts in Switzerland and Bahrain. Assets are legally segregated per jurisdiction, and you can allocate capital according to your preferences.
Are services identical across hubs?
Most core services (custody, staking, OTC, portfolio management) are available in both hubs. However, Actively Managed Certificates are issued only from Switzerland, while certain DeFi yield strategies are operated out of Bahrain.
What is the minimum relationship value?
For institutional clients the minimum is typically $1M USD/EUR equivalent. For family offices, bespoke arrangements starting from $500k are possible.
How do I move assets between hubs?
Internal transfers are processed as a single instruction through our client portal. Assets are moved within CriptoBanc’s internal custodial network without on‑chain fees, subject to daily cut‑off times.