How Does an STO Differ from an ICO?

An STO (Security Token Offering) is regulated, sells a security token representing actual ownership rights, and typically targets accredited investors. An ICO (Initial Coin Offering) was largely unregulated, sold utility tokens (intended for platform access), and targeted the general public.

STOs prioritize compliance and investor rights.

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