ivault achieves major scale in H1 2026: Surpasses 170,000 installs and signals AI expansion
ivault, the Zurich-based peer-to-peer rental platform, today announced major growth milestones for the first half of 2026, crossing 170,000 mobile application installations and securing critical infrastructure upgrades to support global scaling.

Zurich, Switzerland, July 6, 2026 — ivault, the Zurich-based peer-to-peer rental platform, today announced major growth milestones for the first half of 2026, crossing 170,000 mobile application installations and securing critical infrastructure upgrades to support global scaling.
Central to this operational expansion is ivault’s recent acceptance into the Google Cloud Startup Program. This integration provides the robust cloud architecture necessary to sustain the platform's rapid user acquisition. To further strengthen its security, data analytics, and operational capabilities, ivault has established key technology partnerships with several industry leaders:
- Infrastructure & Security: Cloudflare and Tailscale
- Development & Workflow: GitLab, ClickUp, and Linear
- AI & Analytics: ElevenLabs, Fireworks AI, and Mixpanel
The platform's economic and social impact within the Swiss tech ecosystem was recently highlighted in We Love Zurich, a documentary series produced by Booma showcasing impact-driven startups. Additionally, ivault achieved international recognition at the WAIB Summit 2026 in Monaco. The company was named a finalist for the "Most Real World" award, celebrating practical blockchain utility, while CEO and Founder Arman Sarhaddar was recognized as a finalist for the individual Web3 Pioneer award.

Looking ahead to the second half of 2026, ivault is transitioning beyond traditional peer-to-peer rentals. The company confirms it is currently developing a significant, proprietary AI layer. This upcoming technology is designed to fundamentally alter user interaction, evolving the platform from a transactional tool into a highly interactive, living experience. Detailed specifications of the AI integration remain internal at this time due to competitive market strategies.
About ivault
ivault is a premier peer-to-peer rental platform based in Zurich, Switzerland. Utilizing secure decentralized technology, ivault connects users to facilitate tangible, real-world asset sharing, maximizing resource efficiency and driving circular economic utility.