Bitcoin as a Strategic Reserve: Policy, Legal, and Compliance Implications
As governments around the world begin to explore bitcoin as a sovereign reserve asset, the legal and operational challenges of holding decentralized digital assets at scale are coming into focus. With the U.S. now consolidating over 200,000 BTC under a newly created Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, federal agencies must confront unprecedented questions around custody, classification, transparency, and compliance. This article examines how sovereign crypto ownership reshapes the legal landscape—where sovereign immunity meets private key management, and where agencies once tasked solely with regulation must now coordinate as market participants. The implications for global reserve policy, national security, and financial law are only beginning to unfold.
Conducting a Tokenized Offering Under Reg A
While there are multiple frameworks available to launch and distribute tokens—including those designed to avoid classification as securities—many of our clients elect to offer tokens as securities for strategic reasons. This can include unlocking broader investor participation, enabling secondary market liquidity, or building long-term institutional trust. Regulation A and Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) are the two primary exemptions that allow for the public issuance of security tokens under U.S. law.
The Evergreen Importance of Special Committees in Corporate Governance
Special committees have long been a cornerstone of corporate governance, particularly in situations involving conflicts of interest, significant transactions, or internal investigations. Their relevance persists, not just as a response to crises, but as a proactive measure to ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in decision-making. As corporate transactions become more complex and scrutiny intensifies, the role of special committees remains indispensable.
Drafting Effective Board Resolutions: How to Appoint a Special Committee for Internal Investigations
In moments of crisis, such as allegations of misconduct or conflicts of interest, a company's board of directors must act decisively and transparently. One powerful tool at its disposal is the creation of a special committee to oversee internal investigations. This article explores the mechanics of drafting board resolutions to appoint such committees, leveraging insights and best practices from Anderson P.C., a boutique securities law firm specializing in governance and regulatory matters.
Framework for White-Collar Crime in the United States
White-collar crimes are non-violent, financially motivated offenses typically committed by individuals in professional positions of trust. These crimes are generally classified as felonies, the most serious category of offenses, punishable by more than one year of imprisonment. Understanding the classification and legal implications of white-collar crimes is essential for grasping the severity of penalties involved.