Holding assets at scale.
WHAT INSTITUTIONS REQUIRE
Segregation of assets Insurance Audited controls Regulatory standing Integration with existing systems
WHAT QUALIFIED CUSTODIANS PROVIDE
Custody under a regulatory framework, with defined obligations.
WHAT MULTI-PARTY COMPUTATION PROVIDES
Keys split so no single party holds a complete key.
WHY THAT MATTERS
It removes the single point of compromise without requiring several signatures on chain.
WHAT HARDWARE SECURITY MODULES PROVIDE
Keys held in tamper-resistant hardware.
WHAT GOVERNANCE CONTROLS SHOULD ENFORCE
Approval thresholds by amount Separation between initiation and approval Whitelisted destinations Time delays on large transfers
WHY TIME DELAYS SPECIFICALLY
They allow detection before funds leave.
WHAT TO AUDIT
Every transfer, with who authorised it.
WHAT ACCOUNTING REQUIRES
Valuation at defined points Treatment of holdings under applicable standards Records sufficient for audit
WHAT TAX TREATMENT DEPENDS ON
Jurisdiction, and the nature of the activity.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
Your obligations, specifically. Take professional advice.
WHAT TO NEVER DO
Hold organisational assets under one person's control.
