Staff Statement on Meme Coins Signals Significant Shift in SEC Position on Digital Assets

In an action that could have broad implications, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Staff (Staff) issued a statement on February 27, 2025, through its Division of Corporation Finance, providing clarity on the application of federal securities laws to meme coins. This statement offers crucial insights for crypto market participants and potentially signals a significant change in the SEC’s interpretation of what does and doesn’t constitute a security. Below, we summarize the key points and…
By: Polsinelli