VeChain Teams Up With Crypto.com for Institutional Custody and Liquidity Services

VeChain Foundation has formed a strategic partnership with Crypto.com to provide institutional custody and liquidity services for its native tokens, VET and VTHO. This collaboration allows qualified institutions and high-net-worth clients to securely store, manage, and transact with these assets through Crypto.com’s institutional-grade custody platform [1]. The partnership is expected to expand institutional access to the VeChainThor blockchain, a public network that supports transparent data sharing and efficient value transfer across B2B and B2C use cases [2].

Crypto.com Custody offers a fully integrated, end-to-end custody solution, combining multi-user account access controls, customizable governance workflows, and insured asset protection. These features are designed to meet the increasing demand for secure, compliant, and scalable blockchain infrastructure [3]. Institutions now have the ability to safeguard and administer VET and VTHO within a regulated environment, addressing key concerns related to asset protection and operational efficiency [1].

The VeChainThor blockchain operates on a dual-token architecture, with VET serving as the primary vehicle for value transfer and VTHO dedicated to funding gas fees for transactions and smart contract operations. This model ensures transaction fees remain stable even during periods of high volatility. In 2024, the blockchain introduced dynamic gas fees inspired by Ethereum’s EIP-1559, aligning demand with transaction costs and accelerating the deflation of VTHO supply [2]. These improvements strengthen the protocol’s tokenomics and enhance security.

In addition to custody services, Crypto.com will extend over-the-counter (OTC) trading support for VeChain assets, offering institutions deeper liquidity and more efficient execution options beyond traditional exchange order books [3]. This further expands the range of opportunities for institutional participants seeking to engage with the VeChain ecosystem.

Crypto.com, a leading digital asset platform since 2016, has built a global user base of over 150 million and is recognized for its robust compliance, security, and privacy measures. The company aims to accelerate mainstream adoption of digital assets while supporting the development of a more equitable digital ecosystem [1]. VeChain, founded in 2015, has developed the VeChainThor blockchain—a high-throughput platform focused on real-world adoption. The platform supports the creation of Web3 applications with minimal technical complexity and has partnered with entities such as the UFC, BCG, and Walmart China [2].

The partnership underscores the growing importance of institutional-grade custodial solutions in the digital asset space. By integrating Crypto.com’s infrastructure, VeChain is strengthening its appeal to institutional investors, enhancing security, and facilitating broader adoption. As blockchain platforms continue to seek trusted partners, such collaborations are expected to play a vital role in bridging the gap between innovation and institutional participation [3].

Source:

[1] VeChain Foundation Selects Crypto.com for Secure Institutional Custody and Liquidity Services. https://crypto.com/uk/company-news/vechain-foundation-selects-cryptocom-for-secure-institutional-custody-and-liquidity

[2] VeChain Foundation Taps Crypto.com To Offer Institutional Custody and Liquidity Services. https://financefeeds.com/vechain-foundation-taps-crypto-com-to-offer-institutional-custody-and-liquidity-services/

[3] VeChain integrates Crypto.com for institutional custody of VET, VTHO. https://invezz.com/news/2025/08/18/vechain-integrates-crypto-com-for-institutional-custody-of-vet-vtho/