Tag: Howey Test
Jay Clayton Leaves SEC: A Look at His Impact on Crypto Regulation and Investor Protections
Jay Clayton’s departure from the SEC marks a significant moment for crypto regulation and investor protections. Explore his legacy and what’s next.
Navigating the Crypto Seas: Commissioner Peirce’s Safe Harbor Proposal
Discover Commissioner Hester Peirce’s new safe harbor proposal for crypto networks and its impact on securities classification.
SEC Accuses Blockvest Founder of Fraud Amid ICO Controversy
The SEC alleges Blockvest’s founder falsified documents and misled investors in a controversial ICO. Legal battles loom for the cryptocurrency project.
Regulatory Roadblocks: Lawmakers Push to Classify Stablecoins as Securities
Explore the implications of U.S. lawmakers’ efforts to classify stablecoins as securities and what it means for the future of digital currencies.
CFTC Chairman Declares Ether a Commodity: Navigating the Crypto Landscape
CFTC’s Heath Tarbert confirms Ether as a commodity, shedding light on crypto regulation and the treatment of forked assets.
The Ongoing Saga: SEC Declares Bitcoin Not a Security Yet Again
The SEC clarifies its stance on Bitcoin, stating it’s not a security. Discover the implications for cryptocurrencies and investment companies.
Unpacking the Ripple Effect: The Ongoing Saga of XRP and Securities Laws
Dive into the Ripple lawsuits and their implications on digital asset regulation, exploring the SEC’s framework and the Howey test.
Legal Tussle Over XRP: Investor Accuses Ripple of Security Violations
Investor Bradley Sostack amends class action suit against Ripple, alleging XRP sold as an unregistered security per SEC guidance.
Navigating Legal Waters: What the ATB Coin Case Tells Us About Cryptocurrencies and Securities Law
Explore the ATB Coin class-action suit, its implications on cryptocurrency regulations, and insights on securities law in the U.S.
Landmark Case of ICO Fraud: Implications for U.S. Securities Law
Maksim Zaslavskiy’s ICO fraud case poses questions for future securities law. As the jury deliberates, what precedent might be set?