Digital Commodity Market

Definition ∞ A Digital Commodity Market constitutes a trading environment for digital assets that are recognized as commodities rather than securities by regulatory bodies. Bitcoin and Ethereum are often considered examples within this classification. This distinction affects their regulatory treatment.
Context ∞ The classification of digital assets as commodities is a central point of discussion among global financial regulators. This determination significantly influences the type of oversight applied, the market structures permitted, and the obligations placed upon market participants. Developments in this regulatory stance are closely observed by the industry.