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SEC Says Staking Activities Not Securities

SEC Says Staking Activities Not Securities

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure In a significant development for the industry, the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Division of Corporation Finance shared its view on crypto staking after the recent call for clear guidance on the sector. The SEC branch seeks to “provide greater clarity […]

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Chainlink praises SEC’s guidelines, setting stage for crypto integration in institutional finance

Chainlink praises SEC’s guidelines, setting stage for crypto integration in institutional finance

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued fresh guidance that could facilitate broader institutional use of digital assets. In a May 15 updated FAQ, the agency addressed how existing securities laws apply to broker-dealers and transfer agents involved in crypto services. Commenting on the development, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce noted that the guidance

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SEC considers crypto exemption to streamline tokenized securities trading

SEC considers crypto exemption to streamline tokenized securities trading

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing a potential exemption order allowing firms to issue and trade securities using distributed ledger technology (DLT). SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce revealed this plan during a May 8 address at the agency’s International Institute for Securities Market Growth and Development. SEC’s proposed crypto framework According to Peirce,

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