The SEC is asserting its position on tokenization, indicating that it will treat tokenized assets as securities if they meet the criteria of investment contracts. This move aligns with the SEC’s current guidance aimed at preventing fraud in the emerging blockchain applications. Tokenization is increasingly being adopted in traditional finance, with major institutions beginning to explore blockchain technology for real-world assets such as real estate and bonds, operating under the scrutiny of the SEC.
SEC asserts regulatory authority over tokenization
