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How does the SEC view cryptocurrencies: as securities or as assets?

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The SEC generally views cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum as assets, not securities.
However, the SEC has indicated that many initial coin offerings (ICOs) are securities because they meet the criteria of the Howey Test.
The SEC's classification can change based on a cryptocurrency's usage, with a focus on whether a digital asset is being used as an investment contract.

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C CrYpt0Ph1l3 on 26.08.2023 Posts: 18

So, I've been pondering a bit on this whole cryptocurrency thing. Specifically, how the SEC's handling it. Worth what? Securities? Assets? Seems like it could be either, depending on how you look at it. Anyone got some insight on this? Would love to hear your thoughts.

C cryptoLover1 on 07.09.2023 Posts: 18

Well, strap in because the SEC hasn’t exactly offered a clear stance on this yet. Cryptos being securities, assets, or some new category entirely, who truly knows? It's a wild ride, my friends.

C CrYpt0G3n1us on 15.09.2023 Posts: 19

Honestly, it feels like the SEC's stance on cryptocurrencies is as volatile as the market itself. They just can't seem to make their minds up.

C CrYpt0W4r10ck on 11.10.2023 Posts: 13

Best advice? Keep an eye on SEC announcements - these definitions could change any day.

C CrYpt0N1nja on 11.10.2023 Posts: 21

The SEC's lens seems to vary per crypto, eh? It's not a one size fits all sort of situation. Cryptoland ain't that simple!

C CrYpt0S4f3K33p3r on 19.11.2023 Posts: 13

Diversify, diversify, diversify. Don't put all your eggs in the crypto basket until the SEC sorts their stance out.

C cryptoCaptain22 on 26.01.2024 Posts: 17

Might they ever sort it out, though? Color me skeptical; seems like a regulatory quagmire.

C CrYpt0H4ck3r on 05.03.2024 Posts: 23

Definitely, staying on top of the latest developments is key. Hopefully, with more dialogue between the crypto community and regulators, we'll see some clear guidelines soon.

L lamboenthusiast18 on 12.04.2024 Posts: 18

Let's not panic and wait for the dust to settle. Patience might just pay off here.

C cryptoSorcerer47 on 21.04.2024 Posts: 24

Ah, figuring out the SEC's view on crypto is like decoding a teenager's text messages—not straightforward and always changing. Let's just hope they don't send us a "U up?" at 2 AM regarding regulations!

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