SEC’s Ether Scrutiny in Consensys Lawsuit

Consensys‘ legal dispute with the SEC sheds light on the SEC’s evolving stance on Ether. It disclosed this perspective after submitting a complaint against the SEC.

The recent court documents from Consensys reveal that the SEC, under Chair Gary Gensler, may have considered Ether as a security, conflicting with previous non-security classifications.

Initiated on March 28, 2023, this investigation targets unregistered Ether offerings and sales since 2018, with strict confidentiality for those subpoenaed.

The revealed documents unveiled a formal “Ethereum 2.0” investigation, initiated by the SEC’s Division of Enforcement.

The current SEC’s view under Gensler contrasts with former Chair Jay Clayton’s 2018 statement that Ether was not a security. Gensler’s ambiguity on Ether’s classification could influence decisions.

The SEC’s unclear position on Ether’s status could affect the upcoming decision on Ether ETF approvals, with potential delays anticipated.

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SEC’s Ether Scrutiny in Consensys Lawsuit

was first posted on May 5, 2024 at 10:41 pm.
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