Framework for “Investment Contract” Analysis of Digital Assets
[1] I. Introduction If you are considering an Initial Coin Offering, sometimes referred to as an "ICO," or otherwise engaging in the offer, sale, or distribution of a digital asset, [2] you need to …
Cyber, Crypto Assets and Emerging Technology - SEC.gov
The SEC is dedicated to protecting investors in crypto markets and from cyber-related threats. The SEC's Crypto Task Force seeks to help the Commission provide clarity on the application …
Company Settles Unregistered ICO Charges After Self-Reporting …
Feb 20, 2019 · The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Gladius Network LLC with conducting an unregistered initial coin offering (ICO), which the company self-reported to …
Two ICO Issuers Settle SEC Registration Charges, Agree to Register ...
Nov 16, 2018 · The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced settled charges against two companies that sold digital tokens in initial coin offerings (ICOs). These are the …
Statement on Cryptocurrencies and Initial Coin Offerings
Dec 11, 2017 · The cryptocurrency and ICO markets have grown rapidly. These markets are local, national and international and include an ever-broadening range of products and …
SEC Halts Fraudulent Scheme Involving Unregistered ICO
Apr 2, 2018 · The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged two co-founders of a purported financial services start-up with orchestrating a fraudulent initial coin offering (ICO) …
UK ICO Provides Clarity Regarding Transfers of Personal Data to …
Jan 19, 2021 · The ICO’s letter clarifies that the UK GDPR permits UK firms’ transfers of personal data to the SEC directly in connection with, among other things: (1) the SEC’s evaluation of …
SEC Charges ICO Issuer and Founder with Defrauding Investors
Jan 6, 2022 · In this offering, which occurred between January and April 2018, Sproule told investors that the ICO proceeds would be used to develop a new technology that would enable …
SEC Statement Urging Caution Around Celebrity Backed ICOs
Nov 1, 2017 · Joint statement by the SEC Division of Enforcement and the SEC Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations on the potentially unlawful promotion by celebrities …
ICO Issuer Settles SEC Registration Charges, Agrees to Return …
Feb 19, 2020 · The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced settled charges against blockchain technology startup Enigma MPC for conducting an unregistered offering of …