SEC Issues Statement on Meme Coins

Meme coins are not considered securities subject to federal securities regulations. This statement from the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) staff means that transactions involving meme coins do not require registration, supervision, or enforcement by the SEC. Access this client alert digest to read more about the SEC Staff Statement on meme coins and find links to insights from law firm client alerts and memoranda.

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