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Compliance Meets Scalability: Plume Brings ERC-3643 to RWA Tokenization
November 22, 2024

At Plume Network, we’re always looking for ways to make real world asset finance (RWAfi) more accessible, scalable, and compliant. That’s why we’re excited to announce our integration of ERC-3643, a game-changing standard for compliant tokenization.

ERC-3643, also known as the Token for Regulated Exchanges (T-REX) standard, has become the go-to framework for institutions like Citi and ABN AMRO to tokenize assets like green bonds and private equity. Now, for the first time, we’re taking this standard beyond Ethereum and bringing it into the modular world of Plume’s blockchain ecosystem.

This move expands the utility of ERC-3643 and also positions Plume as the platform of choice for modular, composable, scalable RWA tokenization solutions.

What Makes ERC-3643 a Big Deal?

ERC-3643 is designed specifically for regulated markets. It integrates permissioned tokens and decentralized identity (DID) directly onchain, ensuring compliance without sacrificing decentralization.

By embedding compliance features directly into token architecture, ERC-3643 simplifies the heavy lifting for developers and institutions alike. It’s no surprise that major financial players are already leveraging this standard to tokenize high-value assets.

Why It Matters for Plume

With this integration, we’re expanding ERC-3643’s reach into modular blockchain networks, making it easier to tokenize assets like real estate, commodities, and private debt at scale.

Chris Yin, our CEO, summed it up perfectly:

“ERC-3643 offers a robust framework for institutions to tokenize real-world assets without compromising compliance. By integrating it into Plume’s modular architecture, we’re not just adopting a standard—we’re expanding its utility to support the scalability and flexibility required for modern financial systems.”

This is about more than just compliance—it’s about creating a system that’s ready for the demands of modern finance.

Key Benefits of ERC-3643 on Plume

Here’s what this means for developers, institutions, and the broader ecosystem:

  • Seamless Movement Across Chains: Tokenized assets can now flow effortlessly across EVM-compatible networks.
  • Compliance Made Easy: Regulatory features are baked into the tokens themselves, so institutions don’t need to build from scratch.
  • New Possibilities: Think green bonds, debt, real estate, funds, and private equity—the possibilities are endless.
  • Built to Scale: Plume’s modular design means high throughput and efficient asset management for projects of any size.

This is a huge step for Plume, but it’s also a big win for anyone working to bring real-world assets onchain.

Why This Matters Now

The demand for compliant, scalable RWA solutions is growing fast. Financial institutions are ready to adopt tokenization, but they need frameworks that check all the boxes—compliance, scalability, interoperability—and that’s exactly what Plume is building with ERC-3643.

By bridging these gaps, we’re helping to unlock entirely new opportunities in RWA tokenization. From institutional finance to green energy projects, the potential impact is massive.

About ERC-3643 Association

The ERC3643 Association is a non-profit organization uniting industry leaders to promote the adoption of the ERC-3643 standard and develop a standardized, secure, and compliant tokenization framework. By fostering collaboration and innovation, the association seeks to create a more inclusive, efficient, and secure financial landscape.

About Plume

Plume is the first fully integrated L1 modular blockchain focused on RWAfi, offering a composable, EVM-compatible environment for onboarding and managing diverse real-world assets. With 180+ projects on its private devnet, Plume provides an end-to-end tokenization engine and a network of financial infrastructure partners, simplifying asset onboarding and enabling seamless DeFi integration for RWAs.

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