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Podcast: Investor Connect Podcast
Episode: Startup Funding Espresso – When Is a Token a Security
Description: When Is a Token a Security Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Tokens provide either utility or represent securities. Utility tokens give access, the right to vote, reputation, and more. Security tokens represent an equity ownership stake as an investment. These tokens come with regulatory oversight. Utility tokens have no regulation. Security tokens are similar to stocks, bonds, and other investment vehicles. Traditional securities laws apply to security tokens. They must be traded on regulated exchanges. Gains and losses must be reported, and taxes must be...