Definition ∞ Issuer obligations are the duties and responsibilities that an entity issuing financial instruments must fulfill. These responsibilities include providing accurate and timely disclosures, maintaining investor relations, and adhering to regulatory requirements throughout the lifecycle of the issued asset. For digital assets, issuer obligations extend to ensuring the underlying protocol’s functionality, managing smart contract risks, and complying with anti-money laundering rules. Failure to meet these duties can result in legal penalties and loss of investor trust.
Context ∞ The scope of issuer obligations for digital assets is a critical area of development in financial regulation, particularly regarding transparency and investor protection. Regulators are seeking to clarify the responsibilities of token issuers, especially concerning ongoing disclosures and market conduct. This discussion aims to establish a level playing field and reduce information asymmetry for participants in digital asset markets.
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