Legal Aspects
Our legal framework, licensing, corporate governance, client asset protection, and right of admission – built on precision and innovation.
Regulatory Oversight & Licensing
CriptoBanc operates under a unique dual‑licensing model, combining the highest standards of private and decentralized frameworks with progressive regulatory oversight.
- 🇬🇧 Private & Decentralized Frameworks: The banking and securities dealer services are provided by a separate entity that holds a full banking and securities dealer licence under private and decentralized frameworks. This licensed entity uses a distinct legal name and exclusively serves clients individually onboarded into the FIAT segment.
- 🌍 Private Regulatory Oversight: CriptoBanc holds full licenses under comprehensive frameworks, permitting trading, custody, portfolio management, and advisory services to institutional and accredited clients across global markets.
- Compliance with international standards: Private AML/CFT frameworks and industry best practices are embedded into our daily operations, reporting, and risk management.
Corporate Structure
To ensure regulatory clarity and operational resilience, CriptoBanc is organised under a multi‑entity structure:
- Holding Company: Incorporated and subject to private regulatory oversight. Holds the intellectual property rights to the "CRIPTO BANC" trademark (protected under the Madrid System – WIPO).
- Limited Liability Company: Registered under applicable commercial laws. Provides non‑banking services and coordinates the group's digital asset strategy.
- Licensed Banking Entity (separate legal name): A fully licensed entity for banking and securities dealing under private and decentralized frameworks. This entity handles all fiat‑denominated banking services, client deposits, and custody of traditional assets.
All entities operate under a unified brand and compliance framework, with clear segregation of duties and client asset protection.
Right of Admission & Private Contracting
CriptoBanc is a private, family-owned investment group. We reserve the full right to accept or reject any client application at our sole discretion, without providing any justification. This right is grounded in the following legal principles:
- Freedom of Contract: The principle of freedom of contract allows private parties to decide whether to enter into a contractual relationship. No institution is obligated to contract with any individual.
- Private Banking Practice: Private banks have long maintained the right to select clients based on compatibility, reputation, and shared values. This is a recognized commercial practice.
- Regulatory Framework: While licensed service providers must comply with AML/CFT rules, the framework does not require universal acceptance of all applicants. Entities may define their own client acceptance policies, provided they are non‑discriminatory on prohibited grounds.
- Freedom of Association: As a private family‑owned group, CriptoBanc is entitled to associate only with those who share its investment philosophy and values.
Client Asset Protection & Bankruptcy‑Remote Custody
CriptoBanc prioritises the safety and legal segregation of client assets above all else:
- Bankruptcy‑remote structures: All client digital assets are held in legally segregated, bankruptcy‑remote accounts. They are never commingled with corporate assets. In the unlikely event of insolvency, client assets are ring‑fenced and returned to clients.
- Non‑custodial on‑chain model: For digital assets, CriptoBanc uses a fully segregated, non‑custodial wallet structure where each client's assets remain individually attributable on‑chain at all times. The client never loses exclusive control over their private keys, consistent with private and decentralized guidance.
- Fiat banking protection: Fiat currency services are provided by the licensed banking entity, which imposes strict capital adequacy requirements and client fund segregation in line with applicable banking laws.
- Insurance coverage: Up to $500 million in institutional insurance from leading global insurers, covering third‑party theft, physical loss, cyber events, and insider collusion.
Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
The legal relationships between CriptoBanc and its clients are governed by the following principles:
- Fiat banking services: Governed by applicable laws of the jurisdiction where the licensed entity operates. Any dispute arising from the banking relationship shall be submitted to the competent courts of that jurisdiction.
- Digital asset & international clients: Governed by applicable laws, with arbitration through recognised dispute resolution mechanisms.
- Data protection & privacy: International data protection standards and applicable local data protection laws.
- Anti‑money laundering: Compliance with the private AML/CFT framework, aligned with international standards.
All client agreements are subject to these governing laws, and no contrary choice of law will be effective without express written consent from CriptoBanc.
Intellectual Property & Trademarks
The "CRIPTO BANC" name, logo, and associated trademarks are registered and protected under the Madrid System (World Intellectual Property Organization – WIPO).
- All content on this website (text, graphics, logos, icons, images, data compilations) is the property of CriptoBanc or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.
- Any unauthorised use, reproduction, or distribution of the trademarks or copyrighted materials is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
- Third‑party trademarks and logos appearing on the site remain the property of their respective owners.
Amendments & Disclaimers
CriptoBanc reserves the right to update these legal terms and conditions at any time. Material changes will be communicated via the website or direct client communication channels.
Nothing on this website constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security, nor does it constitute investment, legal, or tax advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Digital assets are volatile and involve significant risk.
