Mandates vs Intents vs Policies

Let’s clarify how Mandates compare to other common systems in crypto infrastructure:

Concept	Mandates	Intents	Policies
Purpose	Set durable rules over time	Declare desired outcomes	Define pre-checks (often wallet-side)
Scope	Entire lifecycle of an asset	Short-term, single-use	Wallet or app-specific
Execution	Enforced on-chain by consensus	Requires off-chain solvers	Enforced externally or by app
Custody	Assets stay in your control by your rules	Trusting dapps' smart contracts	Usually centralized or external
Flexibility	No VMs, works across venues and agents	App-specific, custom development is needed for each integration	Requires trusted infrastructure, often lacks portability