Smarter Web Company Appoints Coinbase Institutional as Bitcoin Custody Partner

The Smarter Web Company PLC Appoints Coinbase Institutional as a Custody Partner

The Smarter Web Company (AQUIS: SWC | OTCQB: TSWCF | FRA: 3M8), a London-listed technology company and the UK’s largest publicly traded company holding Bitcoin on its balance sheet, is pleased to announce the appointment of Coinbase Institutional as one of its Bitcoin custody partners. This partnership marks a significant step in strengthening the company’s treasury infrastructure and underlines its position as a market leader in the rapidly evolving Bitcoin ecosystem.

Since listing on the Aquis Stock Exchange in April 2025, SWC has grown to become one of the fastest-growing Bitcoin treasury companies in the world. Coinbase Institutional, a trusted global platform with deep expertise in custody and execution, will further strengthen SWC’s treasury infrastructure through Coinbase Prime, providing SWC with an additional layer of resilience and security.

Coinbase Institutional will work alongside SWC’s existing custody partners to safeguard the Company’s Bitcoin treasury and support efficient market access. This multi-custodian approach reflects SWC’s commitment to the highest standards of governance, risk management, and transparency for shareholders.

This development further reinforces SWC’s leadership in the UK market and highlights its ambition to set global benchmarks in corporate Bitcoin treasury management. By combining a growing balance sheet with world-class custodial partners, SWC is positioned to continue its rapid growth trajectory and deliver long-term value for investors.

Commenting on the appointment, Andrew Webley, Chief Executive Officer of SWC, said: “Coinbase has established itself as one of the most respected and regulated players in the digital asset space. Their institutional-grade custody solutions and execution infrastructure are an ideal fit for our strategy. We are delighted to welcome them as a partner to help us scale securely and responsibly.”

Lauren Abendschein, Global Head of Institutional Sales, Coinbase, said:

“Coinbase has been a trusted custodian of digital assets for over 13 years, safeguarding billions of assets with robust security and technical expertise. As a leading S&P 500 company, Coinbase Institutional is proud to add The Smarter Web Company to the list of leading institutions, asset managers, hedge funds, and banks that trust our rigorous, institutional-grade custody and trading services.”

About The Smarter Web Company

The Smarter Web Company offers web design, web development and online marketing services. Clients pay an initial fee, an annual hosting charge and an optional monthly marketing charge. Growth opportunities exist for The Smarter Web Company around these existing services.

In addition to organic growth, the Company will progress an acquisition strategy targeting other businesses with a view to growing its number of clients and / or recurring revenue. The Smarter Web Company will only make acquisitions where the Directors believe the timing and opportunity is appropriate.

Since 2023, The Smarter Web Company has adopted a policy of accepting payment in Bitcoin. The Company believes that Bitcoin forms a core part of the future of the global financial system and as the Company explores opportunities through organic growth and corporate acquisitions is pioneering the adoption of a Bitcoin Treasury Policy into its strategy.

Please also see “The 10 Year Plan” announced by the Company via regulatory news at 07:00 on 28 April 2025 and available on the Company website.

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About Coinbase Institutional

Coinbase Institutional is a trusted bridge between traditional finance and the future of money. Coinbase are updating the century-old financial system by providing a trusted platform that makes it easy for people and institutions to engage with crypto assets, including trading, staking, safekeeping, spending, and fast, free global transfers. Through their products, they are providing integrated solutions that marry their custody, advanced trading platform, and prime services to help institutions reach their financial goals onchain.