Buy DigiByte with a dedicated broker handling the trade from your first question through to settlement into institutional custody.
Buy DigiByte with a dedicated broker handling the trade from your first question through to settlement into institutional custody.
Create your account Register and verify your identity. No experience needed, and nothing to set up yourself. Most accounts are ready to fund the same day.
Speak to your broker A dedicated broker walks you through how buying DigiByte works and answers your questions. No order books, no charts, no guesswork.
Fund your account and get your quote Fund in your preferred currency and your broker prepares a live quote, so you know exactly what you’re getting before you commit. Larger orders route through OTC execution.OTC execution.
Buy and settle into custody Confirm with your broker and your DGB settles into institutional custody secured by Fireblocks. Hold it there or withdraw to your own wallet anytime.Fireblocks. Hold it there or withdraw to your own wallet anytime.
General considerations not advice. How you act on them depends on your own circumstances.
Crypto is volatile DigiByte’s price can move sharply in both directions sometimes within a single trading session. It’s an asset class to approach with capital you’re prepared to see fluctuate in value. General information only not a prediction or recommendation.
General information only — not a prediction or recommendation.
Where it’s held matters Crypto bought on an exchange typically sits on the exchange’s balance sheet. Institutional custody holds your DGB separately a structural difference worth understanding before you buy.
How custody worksBroker vs exchange Buying DigiByte through a broker works differently from a self-serve exchange order book. Understanding how the two differ helps you choose the path that fits how you want to buy.
See the differenceLarger trades are different Buying a significant amount of DigiByte in one go can move an exchange’s order book against you. OTC execution is built for size filling large orders without that market impact.
About OTC tradingA plain-English look at what it is, how it works, and what it's used for — so you can understand the asset before you buy.
DigiByte (DGB) is an open-source, decentralised blockchain and cryptocurrency that has been operating continuously since its genesis block was mined on January 10, 2014. Founded by Jared Tate, DigiByte was built to address several perceived limitations of Bitcoin primarily around speed, security, and mining centralisation. It is one of the longest-running and most extensively tested proof-of-work blockchains in the market, with over 12 years of uninterrupted operation.
How the
DigiByte
works
DigiByte uses a proof-of-work consensus mechanism, but unlike Bitcoin or Litecoin which each use a single mining algorithm, DigiByte supports five simultaneous mining algorithms: SHA-256, Scrypt, Skein, Qubit, and Odocrypt. Each algorithm is used to mine approximately 20% of new blocks. This multi-algorithm design significantly increases the cost and complexity of a 51% attack an attacker would need to control the majority of five separate mining ecosystems simultaneously rather than just one. DigiByte’s block time is approximately 15 seconds roughly 40 times faster than Bitcoin’s 10-minute target. This means transactions receive their first confirmation in around 15 seconds, making DigiByte one of the faster proof-of-work networks for transaction confirmation. The network uses a real-time difficulty adjustment mechanism called DigiShield an innovation that was later adopted by other blockchains including Ethereum, Zcash, and Dogecoin. DigiByte was also the first major network to activate Segregated Witness (SegWit) in April 2017, ahead of Bitcoin’s own SegWit activation. It later introduced Odocrypt a unique ASIC-resistant mining algorithm that changes every 10 days to maintain broader mining accessibility.
What
DigiByte
is used for
DigiByte’s 15-second block time and consistently low fees make it well-suited for fast peer-to-peer payments and microtransactions. Its large supply and accessible per-unit price make it practical for everyday spending without requiring fractional amounts. Beyond payments, DigiByte supports DigiAssets a secondary layer built on top of the DigiByte blockchain that enables the decentralised issuance of tokens, smart contracts, and digital identity applications. This extends the network’s utility beyond simple value transfer into a broader platform for digital asset creation. DigiByte’s multi-algorithm proof-of-work model and long uninterrupted track record have also positioned it as a network of interest for security-focused applications, particularly in the areas of digital identity verification and cybersecurity, where the blockchain’s resistance to 51% attacks and over-a-decade operating history provide meaningful assurance.
Five mining algorithms. DigiByte uses SHA-256, Scrypt, Skein, Qubit, and Odocrypt simultaneously each mining around 20% of blocks. This multi-algorithm design dramatically raises the cost of a 51% attack. 15-second block time. Transactions receive their first confirmation in approximately 15 seconds roughly 40 times faster than Bitcoin, making DigiByte one of the quicker proof-of-work networks. Fixed maximum supply. 21 billion DGB will ever exist 1,000 times Bitcoin’s supply. Around 87% of the total supply is already in circulation, with full mining expected by 2035. DigiShield. DigiByte’s real-time difficulty adjustment technology was first implemented in 2014 and has since been adopted by multiple other major blockchains, including Ethereum and Dogecoin. No ICO, no premine. DigiByte launched entirely through open mining with no founder fees, ICO, or private presale
Institutional custody Your assets are held by Fireblocks the custody infrastructure used by leading global banks and digital asset platforms using multi-party computation and hardware isolation. Your crypto is kept strictly separate from operational funds.
Custody by FireblocksSpeak to your broker A dedicated broker walks you through how buying DigiByte works and answers your questions. No order books, no charts, no guesswork.
One broker, start to finishAUSTRAC registered Uptrade is registered with AUSTRAC as a Digital Currency Exchange Provider and operates under its regulatory obligations. The registration number is published and verifiable. DCE100856266-001
DCE100856266-001You can buy DigiByte through Uptrade with the help of a dedicated broker. Rather than trading on a self-serve exchange, you work directly with a broker who guides the purchase from start to finish and settles your DGB into institutional custody.
There’s no single right way it depends on how much you’re buying and how hands-on you want to be. Buying through a broker suits people who want guidance rather than a self-serve order book, larger purchases, or institutional custody. Compare broker and exchange to see what fits your situation.
Your DigiByte is held in institutional custody secured by Fireblocks, using multi-party computation and hardware isolation and every transaction requires direct broker-led approval.
Yes. Larger purchases are handled through OTC execution, which is designed to fill size without the slippage that a large order can cause on an exchange order book.
A broker handles the trade for you quote, execution, and settlement rather than leaving you to navigate an order book alone. You get a direct point of contact and your DGB settles into institutional custody.
No. Many Uptrade clients are buying crypto for the first time. Your broker walks you through every step, so there’s nothing you need to know in advance.
Uptrade is registered with AUSTRAC as a Digital Currency Exchange Provider (DCE100856266-001) and operates in compliance with its regulatory obligations.
A consultation costs nothing and commits you to nothing. Ask the hard questions your broker will walk you through exactly how it works.
