The growing popularity of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (ICOs) has been all but matched by growing concerns on the part of regulators. Here, we examine these concerns, the differing attitudes they have adopted and the effect of regulatory uncertainty.

There are still some areas of uncertainty when it comes to the regulation of cryptocurrencies.

An initial coin offering (ICO) is a way of raising money from the public using cryptographic coins or tokens.

Types of token

Why is there uncertainty in the regulation of ICOs?

Differing attitude of regulators

Regulation of different types of token

Other regulator concerns

The problem of regulatory uncertainty

Future proofing ICO fundraising