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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made it clear in a joint staff statement on January 28, 2026, that using blockchain technology does not change the fundamental legal status of an asset if it meets the definition of a security. The core message is that the substance of a financial instrument as a security prevails over its digital format.
SEC Position on Tokenized Assets
The SEC staff statement, issued by the Divisions of Corporation Finance, Investment Management, and Trading and Markets, aims to guide market participants on complying with existing laws for tokenized assets.
Substance Over Form: The SEC emphasizes that the format in which a security is issued or how its ownership is recorded (on-chain vs. off-chain) does not affect the application of federal securities laws. A tokenized security is still a security and must follow the same rules regarding registration, disclosure, and investor protections.
Two Primary Models: The guidance distinguishes between two main structures of tokenization:
Issuer-Sponsored: The issuer of the underlying asset is directly involved in the tokenization, often integrating the blockchain into the official ownership records. These generally represent true ownership and align with traditional regulatory frameworks.
Third-Party Tokenization: An unaffiliated third party creates tokens that offer exposure to an underlying security without issuer involvement. These often involve custodial or synthetic models, which can carry additional risks (such as counterparty risk in case of the third party's bankruptcy) and may be classified as security-based swaps.
No Regulatory Exemptions: The SEC's position makes clear that innovation in technology does not grant an exemption from existing investor protection rules. Firms are expected to comply with current frameworks and engage with regulators.
Essentially, the SEC views the blockchain as a form of recordkeeping that changes the "plumbing" but not the "policy" of securities regulation.

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged three crypto platforms and four investment firms, alleging they colluded to defraud retail investors of up to $14 million.

According to the complaint, the defendants used social media to lure investors into fake trading activities, while no real transactions actually took place.

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🔴 MAJOR WARNING FOR CRYPTO INVESTORS ❗

READ THIS BEFORE YOU FOLLOW ANY INFLUENCER

Something concerning has been unfolding in the crypto space — and new traders are the most at risk.

A well-known early Bitcoin advocate, Davinci Jeremie, has recently been accused by many community members of promoting multiple speculative memecoins that later collapsed. Because of his early Bitcoin reputation, many beginners still trust him without question — and that’s where the danger begins.

🪙 HOW NEW TRADERS GET PULLED IN

These tokens are often marketed with familiar phrases like:

“If you missed Bitcoin, don’t miss this one.”

That framing creates urgency and FOMO 🚨.

People rush in expecting explosive upside 🚀 — without understanding the risks.

🚮 WHAT USERS CLAIM HAPPENS NEXT

According to community reports:

• Price pumps rapidly as attention builds

• Early promoters exit near the top

• Liquidity dries up

• Late buyers are left holding losses

This pattern is commonly referred to as a pump-and-dump structure 💣.

😔 WHY SO MANY FALL FOR IT

• Beginners often trust influencers more than data

• Past success is mistaken for present credibility

• Fame is confused with integrity

In crypto, visibility does not equal honesty.

🔍 HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

Never invest based on influence alone. Always DYOR.

Before buying any token, ask:

✅ Is there real utility or just hype?

✅ Is the team transparent and verifiable?

✅ Is liquidity locked and token supply clear?

✅ Are returns being promised instead of explained?

🚩 If someone says:

• “Guaranteed profits”

• “Next Bitcoin”

• “You’re early, don’t miss it”

That’s a major red flag.

🌟 FINAL TAKE

Crypto offers massive opportunity — but also attracts bad actors.

Protect your capital, not someone else’s exit liquidity.

Stay skeptical. Stay patient. Stay informed.

⚠️ This is educational content, not financial advice.

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