Sovereign Infrastructure
Hardware Custody
Securing digital assets through dedicated physical devices rather than software wallets, moving the trust boundary to purpose-built silicon in physical isolation.
Definition
The practice of securing digital assets through dedicated physical devices rather than software wallets or cloud-based custodians. Hardware custody moves the trust boundary from code running on general-purpose computers — vulnerable to malware, supply chain attacks, and remote exploitation — to purpose-built silicon that performs cryptographic operations in physical isolation.
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What is CLAVI?
CLAVI is a local-first hardware and software company building precision-engineered edge encryption devices for businesses and high-net-worth individuals. CLAVI combines quantum-resistant, air-gapped key generation with biometrics to protect local AI, sensitive data, and digital wealth — with zero reliance on the cloud.