Casper Adopts ERC3643 to Solve Compliance Gaps in Asset Tokenization

Casper Network has joined the ERC3643 Association, a move positioned to accelerate the adoption of compliant real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. The collaboration aligns with Casper Network's mission to provide enterprise-grade blockchain infrastructure for regulated token issuance, leveraging ERC-3643's open-source framework designed to meet global regulatory standardsCasper Network Advances Regulated Tokenization with ERC-3643 Standard^[1]. ERC-3643, developed by Tokeny, is recognized for its permissioned token issuance capabilities, enabling financial institutions and enterprises to tokenize assets such as securities, commodities, and real estate while adhering to compliance requirementsERC3643 - The Token Standard for RWA Tokenization^[2].

The integration of ERC-3643 into Casper Network's ecosystem introduces key features to enhance institutional adoption. These include regulatory-ready flexibility through upgradeable smart contracts, allowing assets to adapt to evolving compliance rules without disruptive migrations, and cross-chain readiness to facilitate interoperability with Ethereum and other networksCasper Network Advances Regulated Tokenization with ERC-3643 Standard^[1]. Casper Network's infrastructure, characterized by instant finality and enterprise-grade security, supports the secure tokenization of assets across public and private environmentsCasper Network Advances Regulated Tokenization with ERC-3643 Standard^[1]. The collaboration also aims to drive real-world use cases by enabling issuers, developers, and regulators to launch ERC-3643-compliant assets directly on Casper Network.

ERC-3643's compliance architecture is built on a decentralized identity framework (ONCHAINID), ensuring only verified participants can hold or transfer tokensERC3643 - The Token Standard for RWA Tokenization^[2]. This addresses critical challenges in traditional tokenization standards like ERC-20, which lack embedded compliance logic. For instance, an investment firm could issue security tokens representing private fund shares, restricting transfers to accredited investors who pass KYC/AML checksERC3643 - The Token Standard for RWA Tokenization^[2]. The standard's modular design separates identity management, compliance rules, and token logic into distinct smart contracts, enabling real-time validation of transactionsERC3643 - The Token Standard for RWA Tokenization^[2].

The partnership has drawn attention from industry analysts, who highlight ERC-3643's dominance in the RWA tokenization space. Kadena, a blockchain platform, recently reported that ERC-3643 is the top compliance-ready standard, with over $32 billion in tokenized assetsSix Leading Jurisdictions for Tokenized Real World Assets^[4]. The standard's ability to automate compliance processes-such as jurisdictional restrictions and investor accreditation-reduces operational costs and settlement times compared to traditional financial systemsSix Leading Jurisdictions for Tokenized Real World Assets^[4]. For example, tokenized securities transactions on ERC-3643 settle in seconds, bypassing the T+2 settlement cycle of traditional marketsERC3643 - The Token Standard for RWA Tokenization^[2].

Industry leaders have underscored the strategic value of the collaboration. Matt Schaffnit, CEO of the Casper Association, emphasized that the partnership ensures businesses and users can trust tokenized assets with "the highest levels of security and transparency"Casper Network Advances Regulated Tokenization with ERC-3643 Standard^[1]. Dennis O'Connell, President of the ERC3643 Association, noted that Casper Network's Swiss domicile and validator-driven governance make it an ideal partner for regulatory adoptionCasper Network Advances Regulated Tokenization with ERC-3643 Standard^[1]. The ERC3643 Association, a non-profit uniting industry leaders, aims to expand the standard into new ecosystems and promote interoperability across blockchainsCasper Network Advances Regulated Tokenization with ERC-3643 Standard^[1].

The move reflects broader trends in RWA tokenization, where regulatory clarity is a key driver for institutional participation. Singapore, Switzerland, and the UAE have emerged as leading jurisdictions for tokenized asset projects, with clear legal frameworks and supportive regulatory sandboxes. For example, Singapore's MAS has commercialized asset tokenization through initiatives like Project e-VCC, while the UAE's Dubai Land Department has piloted real estate tokenization. Casper Network's integration of ERC-3643 positions it to capitalize on these trends, offering a scalable infrastructure for compliance-focused tokenization in global markets.