Compliance & Positioning

Physical Gold-Backed Distribution System

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GBTgold is a distribution system for verified, physical gold-backed units. It is not crypto, not an investment scheme, and not a promise of returns. Our role is infrastructure and verification — partners own the customer relationship and operate programs in-market.

What GBTgold Is

A controlled issuance and verification framework for physical gold-backed units, built for compliant distribution.

Physical Gold Backing

Each unit corresponds to allocated gold held through defined custody and audit processes.

Verification & Traceability

Serialised units with verification checks designed to reduce counterparty risk and support auditability.

Distribution Infrastructure

Tools and documentation that partners use to issue, verify, and coordinate redemption flows.

What GBTgold Is Not

To avoid confusion, the following statements are definitive and form part of our positioning.

  • Not crypto: GBTgold is not a blockchain token, digital coin, or on-chain asset.
  • Not an investment scheme: We do not pool funds or manage capital on behalf of customers.
  • Not a promise of returns: We do not guarantee profit, yield, or price appreciation.
  • No public solicitation: GBTgold does not sell to retail customers directly.
  • No financial advice: We do not provide investment, legal, or tax advice.
  • No fiduciary role: We do not act as an agent or trustee for end customers.

Responsibility Boundaries

Clear separation of duties reduces regulatory risk and protects customer understanding.

GBTgold Responsibilities

  • Provide verified, physical gold-backed units within defined issuance limits.
  • Maintain verification tooling and audit-ready traceability standards.
  • Coordinate redemption logistics through approved channels.
  • Set global positioning guidance and minimum representation standards.

Partner Responsibilities

  • Own the end-customer relationship, sales process, and support obligations.
  • Handle onboarding, KYC/AML, and local regulatory compliance.
  • Set pricing, fees, and commercial terms for their customers.
  • Ensure marketing statements are accurate and compliant in their region.

End-Customer Relationship Ownership

End customers contract with partner entities, not directly with GBTgold. Partners are responsible for all customer service, disclosures, and regulatory interactions in their jurisdictions. GBTgold is a supplier and infrastructure provider, not the retail counterparty.

This separation is intentional: it clarifies who is responsible for onboarding, support, and any required licensing or registration in the customer’s market.

Plain-Language Risk Disclosures

The following risks apply to any program using physical gold-backed units. Partners must disclose these to customers in clear, local language.

  • Gold prices can go up or down; there is no guarantee of profit.
  • Redemption timing can vary based on logistics, location, or compliance checks.
  • Fees, taxes, or duties may apply depending on the customer’s jurisdiction.
  • Loss or damage of physical units may limit recovery options.
  • Program availability may be restricted by local regulations.
  • Partners can change pricing or service terms within their agreements.
  • Verification failures may delay distribution or redemption until resolved.
  • Operational risks (storage, transport, security) exist in physical delivery.
GBTgold does not provide investment advice and makes no promises about future value, liquidity, or returns.
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