WBTC is the first and largest 1:1 tokenized Bitcoin used across multiple chains, providing a consistent way to use BTC in environments that prioritize speed, efficiency, and scale while staying aligned with Bitcoin’s original principles. It operates as a trusted and verifiable asset designed for a multichain environment. WBTC’s custody model is built for security, with controlled minting and burning, 24/7 monitoring, strict access control, multi-party key handling, and regular audits to maintain high standards of security and compliance.