POSA and Crypto Giants Push SEC for Staking Clarity

• POSA leads a 30-member crypto coalition urging SEC for staking guidance.
• Major firms like Kraken, a16z, and Paradigm back the initiative.
• Industry seeks regulatory clarity to foster safe staking innovation.

Crypto Industry Unites for Staking Regulation Clarity

In a major move toward regulatory transparency, the Proof of Stake Alliance (POSA), under the US Crypto Council, has teamed up with 30 leading crypto organizations to demand clearer rules from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding staking. Among the coalition members are notable industry players like Kraken, a16z (Andreessen Horowitz), and Paradigm.

The growing concern across the crypto ecosystem stems from the SEC’s ambiguous stance on whether staking services constitute securities offerings. With millions of users participating in staking to secure proof-of-stake networks and earn passive rewards, the industry is urging for well-defined, reasonable guidelines that support innovation while protecting users.

Why the Push Matters

The lack of regulatory clarity around staking has already impacted the U.S. crypto market . For example, Kraken had to shut down its staking services in the U.S. in early 2023 following an SEC enforcement action. This has left many crypto firms uncertain about how to legally offer staking products, prompting fear of legal exposure and regulatory overreach.

POSA’s latest effort aims to avoid a one-size-fits-all approach and instead promote tailored regulations that recognize the technical differences between various staking models. The alliance emphasizes that staking is a core function of blockchain networks and should not automatically fall under securities law.

A Call for Constructive Dialogue

By joining forces, this coalition is sending a strong signal: the crypto industry wants to work with regulators, not against them. The open letter to the SEC calls for collaboration , transparency, and a regulatory framework that nurtures the U.S.’s position as a leader in blockchain technology.

Whether or not the SEC will respond positively remains to be seen. But one thing is clear—this unified appeal marks a crucial moment in the push for staking regulation clarity in the United States.

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