Hedera Integrates ERC-3643 to Boost Real-World Asset Tokenization and Ethereum Interoperability

Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) has integrated the ERC-3643 token standard into its Asset Tokenization Studio, marking a significant step in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. This integration bridges Hedera's enterprise blockchain with Ethereum's compliance tooling, enabling globally compliant, cross-border asset issuance for assets like stocks, bonds, and real estate.

ERC-3643 is a modular token standard on Ethereum designed for regulated assets, introducing on-chain identity at the contract level and eliminating the need for off-chain middleware. It supports secure, adaptable tokenization that aligns with varying regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Hedera's move complements its existing ERC-1400 implementation, which is U.S.-centric, creating a dual-standard framework that allows issuers to choose based on regional needs.

Dr. Sabrina Tachdjiann, vice president of financial markets for Asia Pacific at Hedera Foundation, emphasized the flexibility this brings: "The addition of ERC-3643 to the Asset Tokenization Studio gives issuers more control over how they bring regulated assets on-chain, reflecting a trend toward borderless, standards-based tokenization." The Asset Tokenization Studio, an open-source toolkit, now enables institutions to configure, issue, and manage tokenized assets end-to-end on-chain, reducing operational risks and dependencies.

Hedera officially joined the ERC-3643 Association in March, underscoring its commitment to RWA expansion. Other blockchains, including Stellar and Chainlink, have also adopted ERC-3643, with Stellar integrating it in August and Chainlink's ACE solution leveraging it for institutional privacy and compliance on Ethereum.