Architecture
Architecture that secures control
Ownership, execution, and oversight are separated by design, so assets can move as part of daily operations without sacrificing control or auditability.
Awaiting Approval (1/3)
EricYou decide when assets move
Assets move only when approvals and signing thresholds defined by your organization are satisfied.
Infrastructure
You retain authority over assets.
Capital Layer operates custody and signing infrastructure without gaining unilateral authority over assets.
Action
Initiator
SamanthaSamantha
EricSamanthaEricEvery action remains auditable
Every execution follows defined rules, leaving a clear audit trail for review and accountability.
How it Works
Secure and Simple Execution
Capital Layer enables secure execution through distributed approvals rather than centralized control.
Account Control Models
Control and Execution Made Easy
These models outline how control and execution are structured to support various operational and governance requirements.
Co-Managed
Self-Controlled
Purpose
Enforce Internal approvals
Maximum autonomy and governance
Authority model
Shared Control
Client-led control
Signing threshhold
2 of 3
3 of 5
Signing execution
Operated by Capital Layer
Operated by Client or delegated operator
Asset authority
Client holds majority influence
Client holds full authority
Client Permissions
Approve transactions and define governance rules
Approve, execute, and define governance
Internal approvals
Required
Required
Independent oversight
Optional
Optional
Typical use cases
Treasury operations, internal transfers
Regulated custody, long-term asset control
Co-Managed
Purpose
Enforce Internal approvals
Authority model
Shared Control
Signing threshhold
2 of 3
Signing execution
Operated by Capital Layer
Asset authority
Client holds majority influence
Client Permissions
Approve transactions and define governance rules
Internal approvals
Required
Independent oversight
Optional
Typical use cases
Treasury operations, internal transfers
