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News #OSSOffline Secure Storage® Why it matters ## What this means for organisations holding critical data We are proud to announce that Firevault Limited has been shortlisted for the 2025 Tech Trailblazers Awards, recognised in the Firestarter category. **On this page**[What Are the Tech Trailblazers A…](#section-0)[Why This Matters for Firevault](#section-1)[The Recognition We Have Received](#section-2)[What Is Next for Firevault](#section-3)[Thank You to Our Supporters](#section-4) On this page 1. [What Are the Tech Trailblazers Awards?](#section-0) 2. [Why This Matters for Firevault](#section-1) 3. [The Recognition We Have Received](#section-2) 4. [What Is Next for Firevault](#section-3) 5. [Thank You to Our Supporters](#section-4) We are proud to announce that Firevault Limited has been shortlisted for the 2025 Tech Trailblazers Awards, recognised in the Firestarter category. For a young company built on the conviction that true data security means physical disconnection, this recognition validates what we have always believed: the future of protection is [Offline Secure Storage](/offline-secure-storage). ## What Are the Tech Trailblazers Awards? The Tech Trailblazers Awards are the premier global startup awards for enterprise technology. Now in their 14th year, they recognise the most innovative startups across security, cloud, AI, and emerging technologies. The Firestarter category specifically highlights early-stage companies with exceptional potential to disrupt their markets. ## Why This Matters for Firevault Being shortlisted alongside some of the most promising security startups globally is a testament to the uniqueness of our approach. While most cybersecurity solutions focus on building better walls around connected systems, Firevault takes a fundamentally different path: we remove the most critical data from the network entirely. Our patented Offline Secure Storage technology represents a paradigm shift in how organisations and individuals can protect their most sensitive information. In a world where breach announcements have become routine, we offer something genuinely different: data that cannot be breached because it simply is not there to breach. ## The Recognition We Have Received The judges noted several key differentiators in our approach: - **Physical Disconnection**: Unlike isolated solutions that can be temporarily connected, Firevault Vaults are designed to remain offline by default, connecting only when the owner physically initiates access. - **Identity Locked Access**: Our multi-factor authentication goes beyond passwords to include strict KYC (Know Your Customer) protocols and device verification. - **Digital [Succession Planning](/oss-for-estate-and-succession)**: We have solved the [estate planning](/oss-for-estate-and-succession) problem for digital assets, allowing Vault owners to designate successors while maintaining complete control during their lifetime through Vault Buddy. - **Enterprise and Individual Solutions**: From personal document protection to boardroom-level confidential storage, our Platform scales across use cases. ## What Is Next for Firevault This recognition fuels our commitment to expanding our mission. We are currently working on several initiatives: 1. Expanding our partner network across the UK and Europe 2. Developing new enterprise features for regulated industries 3. Enhancing our succession planning capabilities through Vault Buddy 4. Building integrations with existing security infrastructure ## Thank You to Our Supporters This achievement would not be possible without the early adopters, partners, and advisors who believed in our vision from the start. To everyone who has supported Firevault's journey, thank you. This shortlisting is as much yours as it is ours. We will share updates as the awards progress. In the meantime, if you are interested in learning more about how Firevault can protect your most critical data, we would love to hear from you. About the author ![Mark Fermor](/assets/mark-fermor-aWtKNSv7.jpg) ### Mark Fermor [](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfermor) Director & Co-Founder Co-founder of Firevault, focused on offline secure storage and protecting individuals and businesses from fraud, fines, loss and damage. Speaker, owner and advisor. The Firevault view**Offline Secure Storage® keeps a clean copy beyond the reach of an attacker.**[Why #OSS →](/why-oss) Control systems and access**Cut the physical paths attackers and third parties depend on.**[Explore Control →](/solutions/control) Get started**Get started, or talk to a member of the team.**[Get started →](/get-started) How Firevault would handle this ## Controls an auditor can physically verify Firevault gives you physical separation, named custody and evidenced access, so compliance claims about isolation and control are things you can show, not just assert. [Get started](/get-started)[Talk to the team](/demo) **Custody**Named, access-controlled hardware in a Firevault Bunker **Evidence**Access windows and retrieval events are recorded **Separation**Physical isolation that satisfies offline copy requirements **Jurisdiction**Stored where your regulatory position requires Keep reading ## You may also find these useful [Knowledge ### End-of-Life Technology: CNI Cyber Risk Nearly half of all network assets are ageing or obsolete. When technology can no longer be patched, it becomes a permanent open door for attackers. Physical disconnection addresses what patching cannot. ](/learn/knowledge/end-of-life-technology-cni-hidden-cyber-risk)[Knowledge ### NCSC CNI Guide: Severe Cyber Threats An authoritative guide aligned with NCSC recommendations for Critical National Infrastructure. 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