Cryptocurrencies As Negotiable Instruments

Navigating the Legal Landscape of Blockchain-Based Securities

Understanding the Complexity of Choice-of-Law Rules

Setting the Stage: The Evolving Definition of Securities

In the realm of commercial crime, the term "securities" carries significant weight. Traditionally defined as both negotiable and nonnegotiable instruments, this classification has taken on new dimensions in the digital age. As blockchain technology continues to reshape the financial landscape, it raises fundamental questions about the choice-of-law rules that should govern issues pertaining to blockchain-based securities.