6 Key Differences Between Security and Utility Tokens

It’s not an overstatement to say that initial coin offerings (ICOs) have thoroughly transformed the fundraising landscape for early-stage blockchain companies around the world. Last year saw more than $4 billion being raised through such events, easily outstripping the amount blockchain start-ups raised through the more traditional channel of venture capital. Indeed, many would call 2017 the year of the token. But the lack of adequate regulation has led to many scams and questionable fundraising practices to emerge within the space. In response, the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) is now intensifying its scrutiny of ICOs to ensure that such…...