# Layer 1: FAAST

## The Foundation

At its foundation, the FAAST layer provides a regulated fund structure under CIMA and BVI jurisdiction, ensuring all operations occur within a fully managed legal framework involving licensed fund administrators and custodians. 

#### It provides 

* A structure that is Global Standard Compliant for investment in both RWA & DeFi Assets
* Complete Institutional standards transparency with fund operations managed by expert Independent directors, legal experts, licensed fund administrators, and auditor, ensuring clear audits and proof of assets verification & attestation.
* Ring Fenced & Bankruptcy Remote Setup that enables full protection for LPs and token holders from protocol insolvency
* Structured Risk Management through Assets & Liabilities Segregation approach that isolates assets and liabilities through dedicated funds for each type of asset class