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Regulatory Ambiguity

Definition

Regulatory ambiguity describes a situation where legal guidelines or rules are unclear, undefined, or subject to differing interpretations. This lack of definitive legal clarity creates uncertainty for businesses and individuals, making it challenging to determine compliance requirements and potential legal liabilities. In the digital asset space, it often concerns the classification of various tokens, the jurisdictional reach of regulators, and the application of existing financial laws to new blockchain innovations. Such uncertainty can impede investment and market development.