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SEC Says Liquid Staking, Token Buybacks Generally Aren't Securities
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Fusion42 · 27 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission clarified that liquid staking tokens and token buybacks on functioning networks generally do not qualify as securities under current laws, easing regulatory concerns for DeFi and crypto projects. This interpretation excludes common post-launch activities like network maintenance and marketing focused on utility from being considered essential managerial efforts for investment contracts.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 5 sources have reported it between 26 Sep 2026 and 5 Oct 2026.
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Your crypto project just gained clearer safe harbour from securities laws for liquid staking and token buybacks, making market entry and fundraising less risky. This opens doors to scale DeFi offerings with fewer legal hurdles but keep an eye on how enforcement shapes up.
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5 sources · first reported 26 Sep 2026 · latest 5 Oct 2026
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