Enhancing Security in Real-World Asset Tokenisation

Lise Wessel
TVVIN
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3 min readJan 22, 2024
Real-World Asset Tokenisation

Continuing our series on Real-World Asset (RWA) Tokenisation, this second article focuses on a vital aspect: Security. To revisit the insights from the “Let’s Talk Cardano” webinar, you can watch the recorded session here: https://bit.ly/3RX1YRI

Understanding the Security Landscape:

Security in RWA tokenisation is multi-faceted, involving issuers, custodians, and users. Achieving secure end-to-end processes, especially when interfacing with the real world, is complex but essential. Ensuring the integrity of real-world assets and their digital representations is paramount.

Bridging the Trust Gap:

Oracles play a pivotal role in verifying the integrity of real-world assets on the blockchain. However, this reliance introduces vulnerabilities. The use of Trusted Execution Environment (TEE)-based oracles offers a secure solution, isolating software from the broader computing system to mitigate risks.

Emerging Technologies and Institutional Trust:

While TEE-based oracles show promise, they are still in development for large-scale deployment. Meanwhile, relying on institutional trust is a practical interim approach for RWA tokenisation projects. Continual monitoring and upholding the trustworthiness of these institutions are critical for a secure RWA ecosystem.

Cardano’s Security Framework:

Cardano’s blockchain platform is known for its focus on security and sustainability. Its layered architecture and proof-of-stake consensus mechanism reduce the risk of centralisation, a common security concern in blockchain systems.

Enhancing Security with Multi-Signature Wallets:

Multi-signature wallets require multiple parties to approve transactions, adding an extra layer of security. This feature is particularly important in RWA tokenisation, where multi-sig wallets ensure no single entity has complete control over the assets, thus mitigating risks like theft and fraud.

Security as a Service Through High-Level Custodians:

The trend of ‘Security as a Service’ is emerging, with third-party custodians specialising in the secure storage and management of digital assets. These custodians provide institutional-grade security, ensuring the safekeeping of digital tokens and the real-world assets they represent.

Conclusion:

The integration of Cardano’s security features as well as multi-signature wallets, along with third-party custodial services, significantly enhances the security framework in RWA tokenisation. As the sector continues to grow, these security measures will be crucial in maintaining trust and reliability in the tokenisation of real-world assets.

Stay tuned for the upcoming article where we will delve into the third pillar covered in this series:

PILLAR No3 — USER EXPERIENCE

Missed out on the first article, you can find it here:

PILLAR No1 — REGULATORY CERTAINTY

The journey of unlocking institutional interest in Real-World Asset Tokenisation is an exciting one, and TVVIN is at the forefront of this innovative landscape. We look forward to sharing more insights and experiences with you.

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Lise Wessel
TVVIN
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Co-founder & CMO of TVVIN. Connecting the dots…Translating cutting-edge blockchain tech and web3 solutions into stories that people can really understand.