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“Many regulators are quick to apply existing compliance practices that treat tokens as a security, therefore elevating the barriers and costs of implementation for entrepreneurs.” quote by William Mougayar
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“Many regulators are quick to apply existing compliance practices that treat tokens as a security, therefore elevating the barriers and costs of implementation for entrepreneurs.”

William Mougayar

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Source Speech: Industry conference on blockchain regulation, 2023

Regulators often default to existing securities rules for tokens, raising costs and barriers for startups.

In simple terms: Regulators treat tokens like securities, making it harder for entrepreneurs.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for token‑specific regulatory frameworks.

Themes

regulation entrepreneurship blockchain policy costs

Mood

critical analytical

Type

policy business

When to use this quote

  • startup fundraising
  • token issuance
  • compliance planning
  • legal consulting

Key Concepts

Legal precedent regulatory inertia innovation stifling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can entrepreneurs influence smarter regulation?
  • What alternatives exist to costly compliance?
A Different Perspective

May overlook nuanced token functions and emerging models.

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