Legal Analysis of DeFi, Staking, Airdrops, and NFTs as Securities

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A recent analysis by Kelman Law’s Law and Ledger segment examines how courts are treating DeFi, staking, airdrops, and NFTs under securities law. Centralized staking and liquidity pools may qualify as securities if tied to profit from others’ efforts. Airdrops and NFTs could also fall under the securities vs commodities debate based on structure and marketing. The focus remains on economic reality, not just technology. The discussion intersects with broader regulatory goals, including Countering the Financing of Terrorism.
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