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SEC clarifies that certain staked Ethereum receipt tokens are not securities
SEC staff have clarified that liquid-staking receipt tokens linked to non-security crypto assets like ETH are generally not considered securities. This applies when they merely represent ownership of the underlying staked asset and do not offer additional rights, returns, or managerial promises. This guidance builds on the SEC's prior stance on liquid staking, but remains staff guidance, indicating potential changes through future rulemaking, legislation, or administrative shifts.
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