From Ethereum Foundation to 1,100 Companies: How Zug Became the World's Blockchain Capital
Crypto Valley's decade-long ascent from a single foundation registration in 2014 to a $6.1 billion ecosystem anchored by global protocol foundations, institutional exchanges, and the deepest concentration of blockchain talent in Europe.
Bitcoin Suisse, Sygnum, SEBA: The Three Pillars of Crypto Valley's Institutional Infrastructure
Zug's licensed crypto banks and brokers have quietly built the infrastructure that institutions need to enter digital assets — custody, trading, lending, and structured products under FINMA oversight.
CV VC's Crypto Valley Top 50: Which Companies Are Attracting the Serious Capital
CV VC's annual ranking reveals the funding velocity, valuation trajectories, and sector mix that define Crypto Valley's investment landscape heading into 2026.
Zug vs. Singapore vs. Dubai: The Three-Way Battle for Blockchain Supremacy
Tax advantage, regulatory clarity, and talent density are the three vectors on which crypto hubs compete. Our benchmark analysis shows where Zug leads, where it lags, and what it must do to stay ahead.
Donovan Vanderbilt — Founder, The Vanderbilt Portfolio AG
Donovan Vanderbilt
Founder & Principal Analyst · The Vanderbilt Portfolio AG · Zurich, Switzerland
Donovan Vanderbilt established The Vanderbilt …
Blockchain Education in Switzerland: Universities, Courses and Certifications
Overview
Switzerland’s position as a global blockchain hub is underpinned by one of the most comprehensive blockchain-education ecosystems in …
Blockchain Founders Group: Zug-Based Venture Builder and Incubator
Overview
Blockchain Founders Group (BFG) is a Zug-headquartered venture builder and early-stage investor focused exclusively on blockchain and …
Blockchain Trilemma: Definition and Trade-Offs
Definition
The blockchain trilemma — a concept articulated by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin — posits that blockchain networks can optimise for …
Crypto Custody: Definition and Swiss Regulatory Framework
Definition
Crypto custody refers to the safekeeping and management of private keys that control access to digital assets on a blockchain. Because …
Crypto Valley Events and Conferences 2026: The Complete Calendar
Overview
The Crypto Valley events calendar has matured from a handful of informal meetups into a comprehensive programme of conferences, summits, …