US SEC ‘Crypto Mom’ drops truth bomb: ‘Tokenized securities? Still securities, folks.’
10.07.2025
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SEC commissioner Hester Peirce just schooled us all: slapping ‘tokenized’ on something doesn’t magic away the SEC’s rules. Spoiler: They’re still watching.
Hester Peirce, aka ‘Crypto Mom’, just threw cold water on the ‘tokenize everything’ party. Her message? Blockchain’s cool, but it’s not a get-out-of-jail-free card for securities laws.
In a move that’s got everyone’s attention, Peirce called out companies diving into tokenized securities to chat with the SEC first. Because, surprise, the rules still apply.
‘Tokenized securities are still securities.’ – Hester Peirce, dropping truth bombs.
This comes hot on the heels of Robinhood’s big play into tokenized stocks in Europe. Guess they saw the writing on the blockchain wall and decided to get ahead of the game.
Peirce’s vibe? ‘We’re open for convo if your tech’s breaking new ground. But don’t expect a free pass.’ Translation: Innovate, but keep it legal.
What’s next?
With Congress eyeing crypto market structure laws, the SEC’s playing the waiting game. Will we finally get clear rules? Stay tuned.
- • Blockchain magic doesn’t change asset nature.
- • SEC’s door is open, but so are their rulebooks.
- • Robinhood’s Europe move might just be the start.
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