Narval

Narval was created in response to a growing challenge: while individual users have long engaged with DeFi via self-custody wallets like MetaMask, institutions often require more robust security and compliance measures. These needs have historically prevented them from participating fully in DeFi ecosystems. Narval fills this infrastructure gap by enabling any DeFi application to become institution-ready through a single, secure integration.

At its core, Narval allows custodians and custody technologies to interface directly with DeFi protocols. Through a secure and transparent API, Narval gives applications the ability to accept authenticated, auditable, and policy-compliant transactions from whitelisted institutional wallets. Unlike standard integrations, Narval requires no browser extensions or unfamiliar third-party tools—users simply log in with SSO, authenticate, and transact.

The embedded UX experience offered by Narval eliminates common DeFi friction points. There are no blind signings, no dropped connections, and no complex wallet installations. All transaction flows are decoded and displayed with clear approval statuses. Institutions can participate confidently in staking, swapping, lending, and other DeFi activities while maintaining full control via their custodial infrastructure.

In terms of industry positioning, Narval stands apart from more retail-focused connectivity solutions like Reown or RainbowKit, offering a tailored institutional-grade experience. It also complements backend-focused compliance tools like Chainalysis and Fireblocks, but focuses specifically on dApp-to-custodian connectivity.

With early support from forward-thinking firms like a16z CSX, Cherry, Blocktower, and Fabric Ventures, Narval is paving the way for a new era of institutional DeFi access. It is actively onboarding both dApps and custodians through its open platform.

Narval provides numerous benefits and features that make it a transformative bridge between DeFi protocols and institutional wallets:

• One SDK, Many Custodians: Integrate with multiple custody providers using a single SDK that fits into your current wallet kit or frontend architecture.
• SSO Authentication: Eliminate the need for browser extensions or wallet downloads with secure single sign-on flows that simplify onboarding.
• Whitelisted Transactions Only: Prevent unauthorized actions by allowing only pre-approved transactions and messages from institutional wallets.
• Embedded UX: Provide a seamless user experience with clear transaction decoding, status updates, and uninterrupted wallet connections.
• Cross-Chain Support: Works across EVM and non-EVM chains, unlocking usage for a wide range of custody partners and DeFi protocols.
• Whitelisting & Visibility: dApps that integrate with Narval can be whitelisted and featured in trusted DeFi app catalogs within custodian platforms.
• Security First: Avoid blind signing and ensure all user actions are auditable, policy-bound, and compliance-ready.

Narval makes it simple for both DeFi builders and custodians to begin integrating institutional access without disrupting their existing flows:

• Visit the Website: Head to Narval.xyz to explore the platform and available integration paths.
• Integrate the SDK: Use Narval’s frontend SDK to add support for institutional custody wallets within your existing wallet framework.
• Enable SSO Login: Configure Single Sign-On authentication to allow users to access DeFi with enterprise-grade identity security.
• Support Whitelisting: Add transaction policies and pre-approvals to ensure only compliant interactions are initiated.
• Deploy Across Chains: Integrate EVM and non-EVM chain support for broad institutional compatibility.
• Get Listed: Become visible in custodian-approved DeFi catalogs to increase visibility among institutional users.