Approaches to Initial Coin Offering regulation: Who's in charge?
Dmitri Boreiko · Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks · 2024
This chapter navigates the evolving landscape of Initial Coin Offering (ICO) regulation, delving into its complexity and importance. It discusses who should oversee ICOs, establishes rules for this fast-paced market, and maintains a balance between investor protection, market integrity, and innovation. As ICOs evolve towards more structured forms like Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs) and Decentralized Exchange Offerings (IDOs), the need for a robust regulatory framework is paramount. The chapter traverses global ICO regulation history, regulatory roles, and the challenges they face in this swiftly developing sector. It explores current worldwide regulatory approaches, their effectiveness, and speculates on future possibilities. Readers should gain a deeper understanding of ICO regulation's current state, its intricacies, and potential future regulatory directions.