The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Corporation Finance announced that staking activities on proof-of-stake networks do not constitute securities transactions

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May 29, 2025

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The U.S. SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance said staking activities on proof-of-stake networks do not constitute securities transactions.

The SEC issued new guidance on crypto staking, confirming Thursday that most of the common staking activities aren't subject to federal securities regulations, as long as specific conditions are met.

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