SEC Removes Solana as Security in Amended Binance Lawsuit

The SEC amended its Binance lawsuit after the court ruled Binance Coin (BNB) and secondary BUSD sales are not securities.

Written By:
Ronak Kumar

Reviewed By:
Dhara Chavda

Sec Removes Solana As Security In Amended Binance Lawsuit

The SEC has amended its lawsuit against Binance, Binance.US, and Changpeng Zhao, removing Solana (SOL) from the list of securities. This update was filed on July 30, 2024, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.

The SEC’s decision to amend the complaint comes after the court’s previous ruling that Binance Coin (BNB) is not a security. The court also issued a minute order on July 9, determining that secondary sales of Binance USD (BUSD) are not securities. 

These rulings have influenced the SEC’s latest move, which removes Solana, Cardano (ADA), and Polygon (MATIC) from the list of crypto assets deemed securities in this case.

The SEC has informed the defendants that it does not require a court ruling to prove the allegations concerning these tokens at this time. This decision provides some relief to the crypto community, particularly for those involved with Solana and other affected assets.

Both parties involved in the case have agreed on a schedule for submitting and reviewing the motion to amend and related pleadings. Deadlines for these submissions are set to occur within the next 30 days.

This development reflects ongoing adjustments in the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies and highlights the evolving nature of legal definitions in the crypto space.

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Ronak Kumar is a Crypto Journalist with over 3 years of experience covering blockchain, AI, finance, and emerging digital trends. With a background in Commerce (B.Com) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), he combines business insight with a clear understanding of the evolving crypto space. His reporting has been featured in major publications, with his work cited by NDTV, Hindustan Times, and Outlook India on topics like Trump Memecoin, Bhutan’s crypto mining, and Barron Trump’s digital presence.
Dhara Chavda is a Content Strategist and Research Analyst with 5 years of experience in the crypto industry. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering and brings a strong technical perspective to her work. Dhara specializes in DeFi, price analysis, and the core mechanics of cryptocurrencies. She also works on crypto news, including research, analysis, and assigning stories, ensuring accurate and timely coverage of key developments in the space.