Core Integrates with BitGo to Unlock Institutional-grade Bitcoin Rewards
Overview of Core
Core enables rewards on Bitcoin while guaranteeing principal security through Bitcoin's consensus mechanism and a dual staking model. It is the largest Bitcoin staking blockchain by total value locked, providing non-custodial, reward-generating solutions that preserve BTC principal security. As institutional demand for productive Bitcoin solutions has accelerated, Core recognized the need for a qualified, regulated partner to bridge this gap.
The Challenge
Bitcoin has historically lacked native reward opportunities that meet the security, compliance, and operational standards expected by institutional participants. Most existing solutions introduce custodial risk, compromise on transparency, or lack the regulatory clarity institutions require.
Our priority was to offer Bitcoin reward solutions in a way that large institutional holders could trust—starting with the right custody partner.
The Solution: Partnership with BitGo
To meet these needs, The Core Foundation partnered with BitGo Bank & Trust, National Association to deliver institutional-grade access to Core's unique dual-staking model. BitGo provided:
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Qualified Custody for Bitcoin and CORE — Assets are held in segregated, bankruptcy-remote accounts under BitGo Bank & Trust, National Association, ensuring compliance with fiduciary standards and institutional risk policies.
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Multi-Token Wallet Infrastructure — Institutions can hold and manage both Bitcoin and CORE tokens using flexible custody wallets—including cold, warm, and hot configurations—tailored to operational and security preferences.
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Seamless Timelock Plus Integration — BitGo built a native integration for Core's Timelock Plus model, enabling clients to timelock Bitcoin and stake CORE without sacrificing custody security or operational efficiency.
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Institutional Reporting & Treasury Operations — Clients benefit from BitGo's full back-office tooling, including tax documentation, audit-ready reporting, and treasury operations designed for institutional portfolio management.
BitGo's infrastructure doesn't just custody assets—it powers workflows. From rewards tracking to compliance reporting, everything is built for the institutional experience.
Key Features and Benefits
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Timelock Plus — Institutions can timelock Bitcoin and lock CORE tokens simultaneously, unlocking dual-staking rewards while maintaining custody-grade security through BitGo.
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Sustainable and Transparent Rewards — Rewards are generated from Core's on-chain activity and a capped emission schedule, creating a long-term, transparent reward model—not a short-term incentive.
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Short Timelock Periods — With a minimum timelock of just 24 hours, institutions can participate without significant liquidity constraints.
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Regulatory Compliance and Trust — BitGo's regulated status and long-standing institutional track record bring unmatched confidence for participants evaluating Bitcoin reward solutions.
Conclusion
The partnership between The Core Foundation and BitGo marks a pivotal moment for Bitcoin utility. For the first time, institutions can access real, rewards on Bitcoin—backed by qualified custody, full compliance infrastructure, and seamless integrations with Core's proven staking model.
We're building Bitcoin solutions the right way. BitGo brings the institutional muscle and trust to make that possible at scale.
Core is a high-performance EVM L1 blockchain secured by Bitcoin. By leveraging Bitcoin's security and combining it with EVM compatibility, Core creates a unique ecosystem that brings utility and rewards to Bitcoin while maintaining its fundamental security properties. Currently, Core is one of the fastest-growing blockchain ecosystems, hosting over 125 decentralized applications. The network is secured by approximately 75% of newly mined Bitcoin blocks, with over 7,000 Bitcoin holders actively participating in consensus through timelocking.
Table of Contents
- Overview of Core
- The Challenge
- The Solution: Partnership with BitGo
- Key Features and Benefits
- Conclusion
About BitGo
BitGo is the digital asset infrastructure company, delivering custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, and settlement services from regulated cold storage. Since our founding in 2013, we have been focused on accelerating the transition of the financial system to a digital asset economy. With a global presence and multiple regulated entities, BitGo serves thousands of institutions, including many of the industry's top brands, exchanges, and platforms, and millions of retail investors worldwide. For more information, visit www.bitgo.com.
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