GigaStar Secondary Market
GigaStar's upcoming SEC-registered Alternative Trading System (ATS) where CRT holders may buy and sell their positions, launching March 2026.
Understanding GigaStar Secondary Market
The GigaStar Secondary Market is an Alternative Trading System regulated under SEC Regulation ATS, operated by GigaStar Securities LLC (SEC-registered broker-dealer, FINRA/SIPC member). Launching in March 2026, it will be the first regulated trading venue for Creator Economy securities. CRT holders must complete a mandatory 12-month holding period before trading. Important: The existence of the Secondary Market does not guarantee liquidity—you can only sell if another investor wants to purchase your specific CRT position at your asking price.
Key Points to Remember
- GigaStar Secondary Market is regulated by the SEC under Regulation Crowdfunding
- All investments carry risk — past performance doesn't guarantee future results
- Review all offering documents carefully before investing
Related Terms
Alternative Trading System
An Alternative Trading System (ATS) is an SEC-registered trading venue. GigaStar Securities operates an ATS for secondary Channel Revenue Token (CRT) trading launching March 2026.
Channel Revenue Token (CRT)
A security representing contractual rights to receive a share of a YouTube Creator's potential future revenue, offered through GigaStar's SEC-registered platform.
GigaStar Market
GigaStar Market is an SEC-registered funding portal and FINRA member where Investors can purchase Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) in primary offerings from YouTube Creators.
Holding Period
The mandatory 12-month period after purchasing CRTs during which they cannot be resold on the Secondary Market, as required by SEC regulations.
Liquidity
Liquidity is the ability to buy or sell CRTs. CRTs are illiquid during the 12-month holding period. The GigaStar Secondary Market may provide liquidity but does not assure it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are CRTs cryptocurrency?
No. CRTs are traditional securities registered with the SEC under Regulation Crowdfunding. They represent contractual rights to a share of a Creator's YouTube revenue, not a digital currency or blockchain token. Unlike cryptocurrency, CRTs have regulatory oversight from the SEC and FINRA, required disclosure documents (Form C), and Investor protections built into the offering structure.
What happens if a Creator stops making videos?
If a Creator significantly reduces or stops content production, their YouTube revenue would likely decline, which directly reduces or eliminates your distributions. This is one of the key risk factors of CRT investing—your distributions depend on ongoing Creator activity and YouTube revenue generation. While existing videos may continue to earn some revenue, new content is typically the primary driver of channel performance.
What makes CRTs an alternative investment?
CRTs do not correlate directly with stock or bond markets. They represent a new asset class tied to Creator YouTube revenue in the Creator Economy. Like all alternative investments, CRTs are speculative, less liquid than traditional securities, and should represent only a portion of a diversified investment approach. Their performance is driven by individual Creator channel activity rather than broader market conditions.