Standard
MACS Core v1.0
The MACS Core defines organisational, decision-related and documentation minimum requirements for handling cryptographically secured digital assets. It is addressed to organisations and functions such as governance, risk, compliance, operations and audit. Core v1.0 is formally fixed and content-wise frozen.
MACS is a reference standard and does not constitute advice, certification or a guarantee of regulatory or economic outcomes.
Binding versions (PDF)
- MACS Core v1.0 – English (Authoritative Translation) (PDF)
- MACS Core v1.0 – German (Master Version) (PDF)
The binding status is determined by the Status page.
Normative terms
Within MACS, the following terms are used in a normative manner:
- must: required for MACS conformity
- should: recommended; deviations must be justified and documented
- may: optional
Structure of the MACS Core
MACS Core v1.0 comprises the following sections:
- Purpose
- Definitions
- Scope
- Guiding principles
- Minimum requirements (Core Requirements)
- Subject matter of MACS
- Further development
Application and referencing
For consistent referencing (for example in policies, reports or audit documentation), MACS provides recommended wording.
Note
Publication in PDF format constitutes the binding version. A web presentation of the full Core text may be provided additionally, but must not deviate in content from the binding version.