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
SCHEMA_VER: AEO_3.2
LAST_AUDIT: 2/11/2026
HASH: R5JJPA