Regulatory Compliance and Legal Frameworks in Blockchain BBLC Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6application · easy

   A blockchain startup is planning to launch a token sale globally. The legal team is reviewing the regulatory landscape in the US, EU, and Asia. They need to identify which regulatory body in the US would likely have jurisdiction if the token is deemed a security. Which body is that?

   • AThe Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)
   • BThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
   • CThe Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
   • DThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
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2. 7application · medium

   A company issues a token that represents a fractional ownership in a real estate property. The token is sold to investors in the US. What is the most likely legal classification of this token?

   • AA security, because it represents an investment contract with an expectation of profits from the property's performance.
   • BA currency, because it can be traded on exchanges.
   • CA commodity, because real estate is a tangible asset.
   • DA utility token, because it represents ownership of a physical asset.
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4. 8application · medium

   A blockchain startup is monitoring regulatory developments in the EU, where the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) is being implemented. The startup issues a utility token that is not an e-money token or an asset-referenced token. What is the most likely impact of MiCA on the startup?

   • AThe startup is exempt from MiCA because utility tokens are not considered crypto-assets under the regulation.
   • BThe startup must comply with MiCA's transparency and disclosure requirements for utility tokens, including publishing a white paper and notifying the competent authority.
   • CThe startup must register as a credit institution because it issues tokens.
   • DThe startup must obtain a MiCA license from every EU member state where it operates.
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5. 9application · medium

   A fintech company is building a blockchain-based identity verification system for banking customers. The system will store personal data on a permissioned blockchain and use smart contracts to automate KYC checks. The company must design a compliance framework that addresses both AML and data privacy. What is the most balanced approach?

   • AUse a public blockchain to ensure that all transactions are visible to regulators.
   • BAvoid using blockchain entirely because it cannot comply with GDPR.
   • CStore only hashed or encrypted personal data on-chain, with raw data held off-chain, and implement role-based access controls.
   • DStore all KYC documents on-chain to ensure transparency and immutability for regulators.
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6. 10expert · hard

   A blockchain-based remittance service operates in multiple countries. The service uses a public blockchain to process cross-border payments. A new regulation in one country requires all payment service providers to obtain a license and maintain local data storage. The service currently has no license and stores data globally. Which action is most appropriate?

   • AStop offering services in that country to avoid compliance costs.
   • BMove all data storage to a neighboring country to avoid the requirement.
   • CContinue operating without a license because the service is decentralized.
   • DObtain the required license in that country and adjust data storage to meet local requirements.
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