A Checklist for RWA Custody and Counterparty Disclosures

RWA custody and counterparty disclosures detail who holds the underlying physical or financial asset and the legal obligations of all involved parties. These disclosures are critical because the on-chain token is a digital claim; its value depends on the integrity and solvency of the off-chain custodians and service providers.

For a tokenized RWA, a custodian (often a regulated financial institution) holds the asset. A legal structure defines rights. RWAMK checks project documentation for explicit statements on the custodian's identity, regulatory status, insurance, and the legal recourse for token holders. We verify links to official sources describing these arrangements.

Custodial risk: the asset holder may become insolvent or negligent. Counterparty risk: issuers or servicers may fail to perform obligations. Legal recourse risk: token holder rights may be unclear or untested. Regulatory risk: the custodian may operate in a non-compliant jurisdiction. Insurance gap risk: custody insurance may be insufficient or exclude certain events. Disclosure gap risk: projects often omit fee structures, audit schedules, or detailed custody agreements. Smart contract risk: the on-chain token may have bugs or admin keys. Informational only. Not financial advice.

Projects submit an official URL (e.g., whitepaper, legal docs) for manual review. After paying for a package (Verified, Launch, or Sponsor), RWAMK creates an indexable project page with a standardized research snapshot covering asset type, yield source, and risks. The page receives a Verified badge. Sponsor packages include a monthly badge and priority updates.