Vaulta (Formerly EOS) Interview: How the OG Layer 1 Is Reinventing Itself for the Web3 Banking Era

Once known as EOS, the project has undergone a major transformation, emerging as Vaulta, a high-performance Layer 1 blockchain purpose-built for Web3 banking, Bitcoin-native DeFi, and real-world finance. In this exclusive Binance News interview, Vaulta’s leadership team walks us through the rebrand, its powerful infrastructure, and why it’s now positioning itself as the Banking Operating System of Web3.From native BTC yield and 1-second finality to stablecoin payment rails and tokenized assets, Vaulta is making bold moves to reclaim its spot among top Layer 1 networks. Below, we break down the full conversation into six parts for clarity. Reintroducing Vaulta — The New Face of EOS1. How would you introduce the EOS network today to someone who hasn’t followed the project in years?What began as EOS—a scalable, fee-less blockchain—has now matured into Vaulta, a next-gen financial Layer 1. Vaulta is engineered for Web3 Banking, offering 1-second finality, Bitcoin-native yield through exSat, and robust, modular infrastructure designed for banks, fintechs, and decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.2. What makes Vaulta stand out among other Layer 1 blockchains?Vaulta combines reliability, speed, and financial composability. With 2,600+ days of uninterrupted uptime, it’s among the most battle-tested chains. Its standout feature is exSat, a Bitcoin-integrated virtual chain managing UTXO data for native BTC staking, delta-neutral yield, and real-time settlement. Vaulta's Savanna Consensus Algorithm brings 1-second finality—crucial for financial-grade applications. Native role-based permissions further enable secure enterprise use cases.3. Can you summarize EOS’s journey from its launch to this new chapter as Vaulta?Launched in 2018, EOS aimed to revolutionize scalability. But as priorities diverged, its development slowed—until the EOS Network Foundation (ENF) was born in 2021 to realign efforts. Key milestones followed: EOS EVM, Antelope IBC, Tokenomics revamp, exSat Network, and the Spring 1.0 upgrade with 1-second finality. All of this set the stage for Vaulta. Why EOS Rebranded as Vaulta4. Why did you decide to rebrand EOS, and what message does “Vaulta” send to the ecosystem?Vaulta reflects a core transformation—from general-purpose smart contract platform to financial infrastructure purpose-built for Web3 Banking. With the return of global political leaders like Trump and growing demand for digital asset frameworks, Vaulta arrives at the perfect time to signal its readiness to serve banks, fintechs, and retail.5. What’s fundamentally changed in the project's mission and focus? EOS lacked product-market fit. Vaulta delivers it. Today, Vaulta supports: Bitcoin-native DeFi, tokenized real-world assets, compliance-ready custody, and stablecoin-powered global payments (e.g., VirgoPay, launching May 2025).6. How does Vaulta differentiate itself in today’s crowded Layer 1 market?Vaulta is not just a blockchain—it’s a modular financial OS offering: Native Bitcoin integration, RAM-based on-chain data storage, Savanna-powered finality, and a strategic focus on Wealth, Insurance, Payments, and Investment. Deep Dive Into Vaulta’s Technology7. What were the major innovations in the recent Spring 1.0 upgrade?The upgrade introduced Savanna Consensus, parallel execution environments, and high customizability for fintechs and banks. It allows custom virtual chains to operate securely and independently—ideal for institutions.8. How does Vaulta EVM compare with other Ethereum-compatible chains?Vaulta EVM is fully Solidity-compatible, but runs on faster, deterministic finality. It supports both Ethereum dev tools and Vaulta-native features like RAM storage and permissions. exSat, built on Vaulta EVM, now boasts $600M+ TVL, 40 validators, and Bitcoin-native DeFi.9. What are you doing to attract new dApps and institutional partners?Vaulta is onboarding custodians, tokenization platforms, and CeDeFi specialists. VirgoPay is a prime example. Developer tools include MetaMask Snaps, Unicove portal, and middleware for seamless integration. Vaulta Tokenomics and Ecosystem Incentives10. Will EOS tokens retain any value or be converted in Vaulta’s ecosystem? Yes. A 1:1 EOS-to-Vaulta swap kicks off Vaulta’s token economy. Core updates: Fixed 2.1B supply, 4-year halving, Vaulta token used for staking, fees, and RAM access.11. How are incentives structured across different stakeholder groups?Token Holders: Staking rewards, access to yield productsValidators: Uptime-based rewardsDevelopers: Predictable fees, RAM access, flexible toolingUsers: Simple onboarding, Unicove wallet, native staking12. What utility does the Vaulta token serve in this new financial vision?It powers compute, bandwidth, and RAM access; governance and validator selection; and participation in Bitcoin-native DeFi and tokenized assets. Rebuilding Community and Expanding Adoption13. How are you reigniting the EOS community and long-time supporters?Vaulta offers seamless token swap, new staking options, trading competitions, and builder tools like Wharfkit SDKs. It’s a mission-driven reboot focused on utility.14. What’s your strategy to attract a new wave of builders and developers?We’re scaling developer resources: Solidity via Vaulta EVM, C++ contracts for enterprise, and middleware integration. One-click onboarding with MetaMask and Unicove.15. What is Vaulta’s grassroots strategy for adoption in emerging markets?Vaulta targets remittances, microfinance, and local commerce. VirgoPay showcases how Vaulta can empower underserved communities with stablecoin rails and financial inclusion.2025 Vision and What’s Next for Vaulta16. What are Vaulta’s main priorities for 2025?Token swap and full rebrandExpand Banking Advisory CouncilLaunch VirgoPay, Ceffu, and tokenized asset toolsGrow exSat’s DeFi footprintStrengthen integrations: SDKs, Unicove, MiddlewareExpand across four verticals: Wealth, Insurance, Payments, Investment17. What does success look like for Vaulta by the end of this year?A: Institutional adoption, ecosystem-wide usage, developer growth, and real-world financial impact. As we scale, our vision remains clear: Web3 Banking for all.