Blockchain & Digital Asset Consulting

Twelve years inside.
Every cycle. Every shift.
Straight answers.

Satoshi Firm has been advising on blockchain since 2014 — before most companies knew what a blockchain was.

We serve cannabis operators, government contractors, logistics firms, agriculture companies, and corporate boards who need real strategy, regulatory clarity, and access to the top blockchain attorneys in the country — under one roof. No hype. No vendor agenda. No theory.

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Satoshi Firm Mark
2014
Operating Since
2013
In Crypto Since
$60M
Business Built
14,500
Network Connections
◆Operating Since 2014◆MTL / MSB Licensing◆FinCEN BSA Compliance◆Stablecoin Payment Rails◆SPBD Framework◆Smart Contract Architecture◆RWA Tokenization◆Cannabis Banking Solutions◆CMMC Compliance◆Cross-Border Payment Infrastructure◆SEC / CFTC Strategy◆FDA FSMA 204 Traceability◆Top Blockchain Attorney Network◆Operating Since 2014◆MTL / MSB Licensing◆FinCEN BSA Compliance◆Stablecoin Payment Rails◆SPBD Framework◆Smart Contract Architecture◆RWA Tokenization◆Cannabis Banking Solutions◆CMMC Compliance◆Cross-Border Payment Infrastructure◆SEC / CFTC Strategy◆FDA FSMA 204 Traceability◆Top Blockchain Attorney Network
The Problem We Solve

Why Traditional Businesses
Struggle with Blockchain

Every board is hearing the same question. Very few have anyone in the room who can answer it honestly — without a vendor agenda, a conflict of interest, or a knowledge gap.

The Three-Layer Problem
FIG. 01 The Three-Layer Problem — Hype vs. Reality · No Internal Expertise · Regulatory Risk
01
Hype vs. Reality

Blockchain has been oversold for a decade. Most businesses can't distinguish genuine operational opportunity from noise. Without a guide who has lived it from the inside since 2013, the cost of the wrong decision compounds every quarter.

02
No Internal Expertise

Hiring a full-time blockchain strategist costs $150K–$300K annually. Most mid-market companies can't justify it yet — but they can't afford to navigate licensing, compliance, and vendor selection without someone who knows the landscape.

03
Regulatory Paralysis

MTL requirements, MSB registration, FinCEN BSA obligations, state money transmission rules, SEC token classification, CFTC jurisdiction, SPBD pathways — the regulatory surface area is enormous. One wrong move is existential.

Core Competencies

Expertise That Runs Deep

Not generalist advice dressed up with blockchain vocabulary. Operational knowledge built from 12 years of direct participation across every market cycle — from the 2013 genesis era through today's institutional adoption.

Foundation — Protocol & Architecture
Blockchain Architecture & Stack Selection

Understanding which blockchain stack is right for your specific use case is not a simple question. Layer 1 networks offer maximum decentralization. Layer 2 solutions deliver throughput and cost efficiency. Private chains give enterprises control over data access without sacrificing auditability. The wrong choice creates technical debt that is expensive to unwind. Satoshi Firm evaluates your transaction volume, counterparty trust requirements, regulatory posture, and integration complexity — then maps the right architecture before a single vendor is engaged.

Ethereum / EVMLayer 2 RollupsHyperledger FabricSolanaPolygonAvalanche SubnetsR3 CordaPrivate ChainsCosmos IBCInteroperabilityZK Proofs
Licensing & Registration
MTL & MSB Compliance

Money Transmitter Licenses are required in most states for any business transmitting value — including stablecoin flows, crypto payment acceptance, and certain DeFi interactions. MSB registration with FinCEN carries BSA obligations including AML programs, SAR filing, and CTR requirements. We navigate which licenses apply, which states require them, and how to structure operations to minimize compliance surface area.

MTL State MappingFinCEN MSBBSA AML ProgramsSAR / CTR FilingBitLicense NYDFPI California
Digital Asset Payments
Payment Gateway Integration

Stablecoin and crypto payment rails are now operationally viable for B2B and increasingly B2C. USDC, USDT, and emerging CBDC infrastructure offer settlement finality, programmable payment logic, and cross-border efficiency that legacy rails cannot match. We evaluate processor options, on/off-ramp providers, custodial vs non-custodial flows, and merchant integration — then map the right stack to your revenue model.

USDC / USDT RailsStripe CryptoBitPay EnterpriseCoinbase CommerceCBDC ReadinessOn/Off Ramps
Tokenization & Securities
RWA Tokenization

Real World Asset tokenization is the most significant enterprise blockchain opportunity in the current cycle. Tokenizing receivables, real estate, commodities, carbon credits, or supply chain assets creates liquidity, programmability, and auditability that traditional instruments cannot provide. Architecture must account for legal wrapper structure, token standard selection, transfer restriction enforcement, and SPBD compliance pathways.

ERC-3643ERC-1400SecuritizeTokenyPolymathSPBD Framework
Supply Chain & Traceability
Immutable Data Structures

Blockchain-based supply chain infrastructure creates tamper-evident audit trails from source to destination. FDA FSMA 204 food traceability mandates, DoD CMMC supply chain integrity requirements, and ESG disclosure obligations are all driving adoption. Implementation spans public chains, private consortiums, and hybrid architectures depending on counterparty relationships and data sensitivity.

IBM Food TrustVeChainGS1 StandardsOriginTrailBaseline ProtocolFSMA 204
DeFi & Protocol Strategy
DeFi Integration & Selection

Decentralized finance protocols now manage hundreds of billions in value. For enterprises considering DeFi integration — treasury management, yield strategies, liquidity provision, or protocol-level partnerships — we provide clear-eyed analysis of smart contract risk, regulatory exposure, counterparty considerations, and operational implementation requirements.

Treasury DeFiLiquidity PoolsSmart Contract AuditProtocol RiskYield StrategyDAO Structure
Technology Infrastructure

Backend Service Providers
& Technology Stacks

The vendor and protocol landscape is vast, fast-moving, and full of conflicts of interest. Satoshi Firm is vendor-agnostic. We evaluate your requirements first — then recommend the right infrastructure.

Six Layer Technology Stack
FIG. 02 Enterprise Technology Stack — 6 Layers from Custody to Application
Layer 01 — Foundation
Custody & Key Management

Institutional-grade custody is the foundation of any enterprise crypto program. Options span qualified custodians, self-custody with HSM hardware, MPC key management, and hybrid models. The wrong custody architecture creates regulatory exposure or operational risk — both costly.

FireblocksBitGoAnchorage DigitalCopperLedger EnterpriseMPC WalletsHSM Hardware
Layer 02 — Data
On-Chain Data & Oracles

Smart contracts require external data — price feeds, compliance triggers, supply chain events, KYC verification. Oracle networks bridge real-world data to on-chain logic, determining the security of your entire contract system.

ChainlinkPyth NetworkThe GraphBand ProtocolAPI3
Layer 03 — Payments
Payment Rails & Settlement

Stablecoin payment rails offer T+0 settlement, programmable payment logic, and cross-border efficiency that ACH and wire infrastructure cannot match. Stack selection depends on counterparty geography, regulatory jurisdiction, and volume.

Circle USDCTether USDTBridge.xyzZero HashTransak
Layer 04 — Compliance
KYC / AML / Monitoring

Blockchain analytics, on-chain KYC, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring platforms enable compliant digital asset operations at scale. Selection depends on counterparty risk profile and regulatory obligations including Travel Rule compliance.

ChainalysisEllipticTRM LabsJumioPersonaNotabene
Layer 05 — Tokenization
RWA & Smart Contracts

Tokenizing real-world assets requires legal wrapper structure, token standard selection (ERC-3643, ERC-1400), transfer restriction enforcement, and SPBD compliance pathway planning for security token structures.

ERC-3643SecuritizeTokenyPolymathOpenZeppelin
Layer 06 — Application
Supply Chain, Logistics & Traceability

The application layer is where blockchain becomes visible to your customers, regulators, and counterparties. Supply chain traceability, trade finance automation, cross-border payment execution, and compliance reporting all live here. Implementation requires integration with existing ERP, WMS, and TMS systems.

IBM Food TrustVeChainGS1 StandardsMorpheus NetworkOriginTrailBaseline Protocol

Satoshi Firm is vendor-agnostic by policy. Every technology recommendation comes with a written rationale — and we receive no referral fees from any vendor.

Regulatory & Compliance

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape

The regulatory surface area for blockchain spans five federal agencies, 50 state licensing regimes, and multiple international frameworks. Getting this wrong is not a fine — it is an existential event.

Regulatory Landscape
FIG. 03 U.S. Regulatory Landscape — Federal Agencies · State Licensing · SPBD & ITAR
SEC
Securities & Exchange Commission

Token classification, securities offering compliance, Howey Test analysis, custody rules for investment advisors, broker-dealer registration thresholds, and the SPBD special purpose framework for digital asset securities.

CFTC
Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Commodity classification of Bitcoin and Ether, derivatives and futures jurisdiction, swap dealer registration requirements, and oversight of digital asset trading platform structures.

FinCEN
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network

MSB registration requirements, Bank Secrecy Act obligations, AML/KYC program design, suspicious activity reporting (SAR), and Travel Rule compliance for digital asset transfers.

OCC
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

National bank crypto custody guidance, stablecoin reserve requirements, fintech charter considerations, and bank partnership compliance for crypto-enabled financial products.

OFAC
Office of Foreign Assets Control

Sanctions compliance for digital asset transactions, wallet address screening requirements, blocked person protocols, and cross-border payment filtering for crypto and stablecoin rails.

SPBD — Special Purpose Broker-Dealer

The SEC's Special Purpose Broker-Dealer framework allows registered entities to custody digital asset securities under modified net capital rules. For companies building tokenized asset platforms, RWA infrastructure, or security token exchanges, understanding the SPBD pathway — its capital requirements, operational constraints, and competitive advantages — is essential strategic knowledge. Satoshi Firm guides companies through SPBD analysis and connects them with the legal infrastructure required.

State-Level Compliance

New York BitLicense — most rigorous state crypto regime
49-state MTL mapping with varying thresholds
California DFPI registration for digital asset businesses
Texas / Wyoming — favorable statutory frameworks
Cannabis state payment processor licensing
ITAR / EAR for DoD blockchain applications
State money transmission exemptions and structures
Industry Verticals

Industries We Serve

Deep domain knowledge in the sectors where blockchain creates the most immediate, measurable business value — with direct operational experience in each.

Industry Verticals
FIG. 04 Industry Verticals — Cannabis · Government · Agriculture · Logistics · Corporate Boards
01
Cannabis & Hemp
Banking, stablecoin payments, seed-to-sale compliance, multi-state operator infrastructure
Highest Priority

The cannabis industry operates with a fundamental banking infrastructure problem that blockchain directly solves. Federal restrictions leave most operators managing cash, paying premium fees for limited processing, and exposed to theft and compliance risk. Stablecoin payment infrastructure, combined with proper state licensing, eliminates cash dependency. Satoshi Firm has been engaged with cannabis-adjacent blockchain since 2013 — including founding HempCoin (THC), one of the first cannabis-focused blockchain projects ever built.

Stablecoin PaymentsUSDC-based POS and B2B payment rails that bypass banking restrictions while maintaining full compliance audit trails.
Seed-to-Sale TraceabilityImmutable blockchain records satisfying state BCC, MED, and OLCC requirements with cross-state data portability.
Banking AlternativesEvaluating Hypur, Safe Harbor, PaySign, and blockchain-native alternatives for dispensary banking.
Multi-State MTL ComplianceMoney transmitter mapping, payment processor licensing, and interstate commerce structure analysis.
02
Government Contractors
Companies holding existing federal contracts who need blockchain capability
DoD / Federal

Satoshi Firm advises private companies that already hold government contracts and need to add blockchain capability to satisfy federal requirements or win their next option year. CMMC 2.0 supply chain integrity, FSMA 204 traceability, and DoD provenance requirements are appearing in contract language across defense, food service, and logistics. We are not pursuing federal contracts ourselves — we are the blockchain expert these contractors bring in to fulfill their existing obligations. With $15M+ in closed DoD contract experience and direct Lockheed Martin / NASA MSFC background, we speak the language of federal procurement.

CMMC 2.0 Supply ChainBlockchain-based part provenance satisfying DFARS 252.246-7008 and CMMC supply chain security requirements.
FSMA 204 TraceabilityFor food service contractors with USDA or military dining contracts requiring electronic traceability.
ITAR / EAR NavigationHow blockchain data storage and smart contract execution intersects with export control obligations.
Contract Vehicle StrategyPositioning blockchain capability within existing GWAC, IDIQ, and BPA vehicles for option year renewals.
03
Agriculture & Food Supply Chain
FDA FSMA 204 traceability, ESG compliance, farm-to-table provenance, commodity payments
High Growth

FDA FSMA Section 204 mandates electronic traceability records for high-risk foods. Blockchain provides the tamper-evident audit trail that satisfies FDA requirements while enabling real-time contamination recall response and consumer-facing provenance. For agricultural cooperatives and exporters, stablecoin payment rails solve the cross-border payment problem that has plagued commodity trade for decades.

FDA FSMA 204 ComplianceBlockchain-based traceability satisfying Key Data Elements and Critical Tracking Event requirements.
Commodity Trade FinanceTokenized warehouse receipts and letters of credit with smart contract release triggers.
ESG & Carbon TraceabilityVerified carbon sequestration tracking and ESG disclosure infrastructure for institutional buyers.
Cross-Border Ag PaymentsStablecoin settlement eliminating FX risk, correspondent banking costs, and 3–5 day delays.
04
Logistics & International Trade
Cross-border payments, trade finance, freight documentation, multi-party data sharing
High Growth

International logistics involves dozens of counterparties, multiple currencies, paper-based documentation, and settlement delays that impose enormous costs. Blockchain-based trade finance, smart contract-enabled freight payments, and digital bill of lading infrastructure are transforming the sector. Tim's AutoVid export business operated across 15+ countries — direct experience with international payment friction informs every logistics recommendation.

Digital Trade FinanceTokenized letters of credit and smart contract-based payment release on delivery confirmation.
Cross-Border SettlementStablecoin-based international settlement eliminating correspondent banking and FX costs.
Multi-Party DocumentationShippers, carriers, customs, banks, and buyers sharing verified, immutable records.
Cargo ProvenanceIoT-integrated blockchain tracking with smart contract insurance triggers.
05
Corporate Boards & Executive Briefings
Strategic assessment, vendor evaluation, board-level blockchain education
All Industries

For companies where the board is asking about blockchain but nobody in the room has operational answers, Satoshi Firm provides a Board Blockchain Briefing — a 90-minute executive session that cuts through the noise. No vendor pitches. No hype. A direct assessment of what blockchain means for your specific industry, what your competitors are doing, and what decisions need to be made now.

Board Blockchain Briefing90-minute executive session with industry-specific pre-work. Polished presentation with one-page leave-behind.
Independent Vendor EvaluationUnbiased evaluation of blockchain vendors pursuing your company — no conflict of interest.
Strategic RoadmapTop 3–5 blockchain opportunities with prioritization, complexity, and risk ratings.
Competitive IntelligenceAnalysis of what your sector is implementing and where first-mover advantage exists.

The Board Blockchain Briefing —
Your Board Deserves a Straight Answer

A 90-minute executive session that cuts through 10 years of hype and tells your leadership team exactly what is real, what is relevant to your business, and what decisions need to be made. Polished presentation with a one-page decision framework leave-behind. Available virtually or in person.

$3,500–$5,000
// 90-Min Executive Session
Service Offerings

Structured to Deliver Results

Four engagement models designed to meet you where you are — from initial assessment to fractional advisory and active business development. Engagements typically range from $2,500 for assessments to $5,000/month for ongoing advisory.

Service Tiers
FIG. 05 Engagement Tiers — From One-Time Assessment to Active BD & Regulatory Navigation
Tier I
Strategy Assessment
$2,500–$5,000
One-time · 2–3 weeks

A focused, written strategic assessment of your blockchain opportunity landscape. We review your business model, identify use cases with the highest ROI, flag regulatory considerations, and deliver a prioritized roadmap with vendor recommendations.

  • Business model & opportunity mapping
  • Regulatory exposure analysis
  • Vendor landscape review
  • Written strategic roadmap
  • 60-min debrief call
  • Natural entry point to retainer
Tier II ★ Most Popular
Fractional Advisor
$3,000–$5,000
Monthly retainer · Ongoing

Ongoing monthly advisory. Tim serves as your internal blockchain expert — attending key meetings, evaluating vendors, advising on partnerships, monitoring regulatory developments without the cost of a full-time hire.

  • Up to 8 hrs advisory per month
  • Vendor evaluation & contract review
  • Regulatory monitoring & alerts
  • Executive team education
  • Partnership opportunity evaluation
  • 24-hour priority response
Tier III
BD & Partnership Activation
$2,000–$3,000
Monthly + 5–10% commission

For clients building crypto or blockchain revenue streams — Tim actively works your pipeline using a 14,500-connection network. Introductions, partnership structuring, deal facilitation. Commission aligns incentives.

  • Active pipeline development
  • Network introductions
  • Partnership structure guidance
  • Deal facilitation & negotiation
  • 5–10% commission on closed deals
  • Monthly pipeline reporting
Tier IV
Regulatory Navigation
$5,000–$15,000
Project-based engagement

Helping businesses understand how SEC, CFTC, FinCEN, and state regulations apply to their specific situation. We translate regulatory complexity into business decisions — and connect you with the right legal counsel.

  • MTL / MSB licensing analysis
  • SPBD pathway assessment
  • ITAR / EAR intersection analysis
  • State-by-state compliance mapping
  • Legal counsel referrals
  • Regulatory risk scoring
Track Record & Credibility

Verifiable. Documented.
Real.

In an industry full of people who claim expertise they don't have, every credential Satoshi Firm presents is verifiable on the public record — on-chain, in court filings, in government contract databases, and in exchange histories.

// Verified Track Record
Every Credential
Is on the Public Record
2014
Satoshi Firm Founded
One of the earliest blockchain consulting firms in existence. Operating continuously for 12 years through every market cycle.
Operating Since 2014
2013
Founded HempCoin (THC) — Layer-1 Blockchain
One of the first 30 blockchains ever created. Fair-launch, no pre-mine. Genesis block verifiable on-chain.
On-Chain Verifiable
2017
Bittrex Exchange Listing — THC
HempCoin listed on Bittrex, one of the largest US crypto exchanges. Exchange listing history publicly documented.
Exchange Documented
2018
$170–200M Market Cap — THC Peak
HempCoin reached $170–200M market capitalization. Historical data verifiable through CoinMarketCap.
Market Data Verifiable
2003
DoD & NASA MSFC Contracts
$15M+ in closed US government contracts through Bentley Logistics and Lockheed Martin NASA MSFC. Records verifiable through USASpending.gov.
Federal Record
2002
AutoVid — $60M International Business
Founded and scaled global salvage vehicle export operation across 15+ countries over 19 years.
Business Verified
2014
Operating Since
One of the earliest blockchain consulting firms. 12 continuous years.
2013
In Crypto Since
Before Ethereum existed. Before most had heard of Bitcoin.
Top 30
Blockchain Ever Built
HempCoin was one of the first 30 Layer-1 blockchains in existence.
$200M
Peak Market Cap
HempCoin reached $170–200M. Verifiable on CoinMarketCap historical data.
$60M
Business Built
AutoVid — 15+ countries, 19 years. Real enterprise scale.
14,500
Network Connections
LinkedIn network of crypto CEOs and enterprise leaders.

"In an industry where credentials are easy to claim and hard to verify, Satoshi Firm stands on a public record. Blockchain transactions don't lie. Government contract databases don't lie. Exchange histories don't lie. Our track record existed before this website did."

— Tim Renzetti, Founder · Satoshi Firm
The Advisor

Why Tim Renzetti

Tim Renzetti
// Founder & Principal Advisor
Operating Satoshi Firm since 2014
In crypto since 2013 — before Ethereum existed
Founded HempCoin — first 30 blockchains ever built
HempCoin reached $170–200M market cap
$60M international business — 15+ countries
$15M+ DoD & US government contracts closed
Lockheed Martin / NASA MSFC IT contract
14,500+ LinkedIn network
// The Differentiator
Two Profiles. One Advisor.

Most crypto consultants are either technically deep but commercially inexperienced — they understand protocols but have never closed a $10M deal or run an international operation. Or they are generalist business consultants who learned crypto recently — they understand enterprise sales but lack the operational depth to evaluate a vendor's technical claims or a token's regulatory exposure.

Tim is neither. He launched a blockchain in 2013 before Ethereum existed. He watched every market cycle from the inside — the 2017 ICO explosion, the 2018 collapse, DeFi summer, the NFT era, the 2022 implosion, and the institutional adoption phase now underway. And he built businesses, closed government contracts, and sold complex solutions across 15+ countries. That combination does not exist elsewhere in this market.

// Career Timeline
Built from the Ground Up
2002
Founded AutoVid
Global salvage vehicle export operation scaled to $60M annual revenue across 15+ countries over 19 years.
2003
First DoD Contract
Began closing US government and DoD contracts. Expanded to $15M+ total including Lockheed Martin NASA MSFC engagement.
2013
Entered Crypto — Founded HempCoin (THC)
Fair-launch Layer 1 blockchain — one of the first 30 ever created. Listed on Bittrex. Reached $170–200M market cap at peak.
2014
Founded Satoshi Firm
Established one of the earliest blockchain consulting firms in existence. Has operated continuously through every market cycle since.
2026
12 Years In
Bringing 12 years of consulting experience and 13 years of crypto depth to traditional businesses navigating blockchain adoption.
How We Work

The Engagement Process

From first conversation to strategic execution — a structured process that delivers clarity fast, with no surprises on scope or cost.

01
Discovery Call

20-minute free call. We identify your specific situation, pain points, and objectives. No pitch — just diagnosis.

02
Scope & Proposal

Written scope delivered within 48 hours. Clear deliverables, fixed timeline, and firm pricing. No surprises.

03
Deep Research

We go deep on your industry, regulatory exposure, and the vendor landscape relevant to your use case.

04
Strategic Delivery

Written roadmap, vendor recommendations, regulatory analysis, and implementation priorities — delivered and walked through.

05
Ongoing Advisory

Most clients convert to monthly retainer. We stay engaged as your internal expert through implementation.

Satoshi Firm
// Begin the Conversation

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Straight Answer?

Schedule a free 20-minute discovery call. No pitch, no pressure. We'll tell you honestly whether we can help — and exactly how.

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Tim Renzetti  ·  Founder & Principal Advisor
tim@satoshifirm.com  ·  Huntsville, Alabama
satoshifirm.com  ·  Est. 2014