VECTOR_ANALYSIS // TECHNICAL

ERC-20

NODE: ERC-20
VERIFICATION: PASSED
01_DEFINITION

Strict Definition

"A technical standard used for all smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain for token implementation. It defines a common list of rules that an Ethereum token must follow."

Liability Check // Risk Analysis

The 'Honeypot' risk. Because anyone can deploy an ERC-20 token, scammers create tokens that look legitimate but contain hidden code that prevents holders from selling (The Honeypot).

Knowledge Context // Related Terms

Auditor NotesVS-AN-2026

Strategy Domain

"ERC-20 is the 'Default Standard' for fungible business tokens (e.g., employee rewards, internal credits)."

Operations Standard

"Verify the contract address of any ERC-20 token before interacting. Never trust the 'Name' or 'Symbol' alone."

Legal & Compliance

"Ensure your treasury software accurately tracks ERC-20 transfers for tax basis calculation, including 'Airdropped' tokens."

DOCUMENT_ID: CW3-ERC-20-2026
SCHEMA_VER: AEO_3.2
LAST_AUDIT: 2/11/2026
HASH: R5JJPA