Governance

The RECORD ecosystem is structured around two key entities, each dedicated to distinct yet complementary roles, enabling clarity, accountability, and scalability within the ecosystem.

The Association (RECORD)

• Type: Not-for-profit Association (Verein)

• Role: Governance, Ecosystem Stewardship, Research

RECORD Verein acts as the non-profit steward of the ecosystem, responsible for strategic direction, governance, regulatory compliance, and the maintenance of open and decentralized infrastructure. Its mission includes ensuring ecosystem transparency, managing public-good initiatives, and guiding the decentralised evolution of RECORD’s blockchain infrastructure and token economy.

The Advisory Company (RECORD Partners)

• Type: Private Advisory & Structuring Firm

• Role: IP Deal Origination, Due Diligence, Market Facilitation

RECORD Partners serves as the institutional advisory firm, bridging IP owners (artists, labels, rights holders) with institutional and retail investors. It is responsible for sourcing, structuring, and underwriting royalty-based financial products. By maintaining rigorous due diligence and professional standards, RECORD Partners ensures high-quality investment opportunities, driving adoption and scaling the ecosystem.

Dual-Entity Structure

This governance model balances decentralization and market efficiency, aligning mission-driven stewardship with professional financial market standards. It ensures RECORD Nexus remains accountable, transparent, and equipped for institutional adoption while progressing towards decentralization and community-driven governance.