SEC Clarifies Stance on Liquid Staking Tokens
SEC Clarifies Stance on Liquid Staking Tokens
馃 SEC Changes Its Mind
The SEC has issued a significant clarification regarding liquid staking tokens, determining that certain variants will not be classified as securities.
Key points:
- Decision marks a notable shift in regulatory approach
- Applies to specific liquid staking implementations
- Provides clearer framework for staking providers
This development could reduce regulatory uncertainty for liquid staking protocols and their users. The SEC's guidance specifically addresses technical implementations that maintain decentralization standards.
馃嚭馃嚫Just in: Certain liquid staking tokens are not securities
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