Throughout modern history, many companies have raised money by selling shares of ownership to members of the public. When a company sells shares of stock to the public, it has traditionally done so with an “IPO.” IPO stands for initial public offering. With an initial...
The German regulators have approved an STO project and indicated some important characteristics of security tokens along with the advantages and risks of digital tokens. The approval of the first STO by the German authorities is being considered as a landmark initiative regarding the STO...
With the new STO regulations, Luxembourg is now on its way to emerging as a pioneer in the STO space. Called Bill 7363, the regulations will give security tokens the same status as conventional securities. This was revealed in a document that was issued prior...
It appears that the ICO and STO regulations in the UAE are soon to be settled. This is something that many crypto companies and crypto enthusiasts will be eagerly anticipating. Regulatory uncertainty often leads to market downturns, so, hopefully, regulatory certainty regarding ICOs and STOs...
Security Token Offerings (STOs) have been grabbing a lot of headlines lately. Security tokens are unique in that they are backed by real tradeable financial assets, i.e. securities. When you own a security token, you are promised a share in the issuing company’s profits, for...
As Security Token Offerings (STOs) rose in popularity in the past several years, governments and regulatory bodies across the world are trying to keep up with this phenomenon with legal developments in every jurisdiction. However, there are more than a few large markets in South...
As the regulatory environment tightens around the world, startups are moving towards security token offerings that allow them to raise funds within the country, from accredited investors only, or to prove their exemption under different SEC’s guidelines including the Howey Test. It is expected that...
With the regulatory environment surrounding security token offerings (STOs) changing continuously around the world, it is essential to keep tabs on the latest developments. Canada has come out to be an STO-friendly jurisdiction, provided the token sale is conducted within the country’s approved guidelines. In...
Malta has carved itself a unique niche in the cryptocurrency sphere particularly about the STO regulations. The small European country has firmly established itself as a crypto hub. In the present time where Security Token Offerings (STOs) are rapidly gaining popularity as fundraising ventures, Malta...
These are some of the most important terms you will come across during your research to determine whether traditional securities or tokenized securities are the best choice for your fundraising or investment needs....