Security & Trust
Non-custodial design
What “non-custodial” means in Aqua0, and what it does not mean.
What it means
In Aqua0, the protocol does not take custody of user funds in the way a traditional pool does.
Practically:
- users remain in control of their assets
- execution is coordinated so liquidity can be accessed when needed
- the system focuses on minimizing “funds parked in a pool doing nothing”
What it does not mean
Non-custodial does not eliminate:
- smart contract risk
- chain risk
- bridge/messaging risk in cross-chain flows
See Risks & disclosures for a clear breakdown.