# 6.2 Governance Architecture

#### Phase 1: Foundation-Led (0–12 Months)

* The QuantaRail Foundation (Cayman) retains operational authority
* 5-of-8 multisig structure:
  * Team: 3
  * Strategic investors: 2
  * Independent advisors: 2
  * Community: 1
* 48-hour timelock on upgrades; emergency actions require 7-of-8 approval

#### Phase 2: Hybrid (12–24 Months)

* Governance participation by $QBT stakers enabled for non-core parameters
* Foundation retains veto rights over security-critical decisions
* Proposals require 5% quorum of staked $QBT

#### Phase 3: Full DAO (24+ Months)

* Foundation veto rights sunset; all parameters governed by staker voting
* DAO-elected multisig; team capped at 2 seats
* Annual independent governance audits


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