GigaStar Trading
GigaStar Trading is an SEC-registered broker-dealer and FINRA/SIPC member that operates a secondary market Digital Alternative Trading System (ATS) for the trading of Creator securities (CRTs).
Understanding GigaStar Trading
GigaStar Trading is the trade name (DBA) of GigaStar Securities LLC, an SEC-registered broker-dealer and member of both FINRA and SIPC (Securities Investor Protection Corporation). GigaStar Trading operates a secondary market Digital Alternative Trading System (ATS) for the trading of Creator securities, specifically Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs).
The ATS operated by GigaStar Trading provides a regulated venue for buying and selling CRTs after the mandatory 12-month holding period. The ATS will only trade Digital Asset Securities. This marketplace enables existing CRT holders to list their tokens for potential resale and new Investors to acquire CRTs outside of the primary offering process.
As an SEC-registered broker-dealer, GigaStar Trading is subject to comprehensive regulatory requirements, including net capital rules, customer protection rules, recordkeeping obligations, and regular FINRA examinations. SIPC membership provides an additional layer of protection, covering the custody of securities in the event of a broker-dealer's failure.
GigaStar Trading serves a distinct function from GigaStar Market. While GigaStar Market is the funding portal that facilitates primary CRT offerings under Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF), GigaStar Trading handles secondary trading on the Digital Alternative Trading System.
Investors can verify GigaStar Trading's registration and membership through FINRA's BrokerCheck system and the SEC's EDGAR database. GigaStar Trading does not make any recommendations or offer investment advice.
Key Points to Remember
- GigaStar Trading 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.
FINRA
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. The self-regulatory organization overseeing broker-dealers and funding portals in the United States.
GigaStar Secondary Market
GigaStar's upcoming SEC-registered Alternative Trading System (ATS) where CRT holders may buy and sell their positions, launching March 2026.
GigaStar Securities
GigaStar Securities LLC (dba GigaStar Trading), an SEC-registered broker-dealer and FINRA/SIPC member that operates a secondary market Digital Alternative Trading System (ATS) for the trading of Creator securities (CRTs).
SEC
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The federal agency regulating securities markets, including GigaStar's CRT offerings under Regulation Crowdfunding.
Secondary Trading
Secondary trading is the buying and selling of Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) on the GigaStar Secondary Market after the mandatory 12-month holding period has elapsed.
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.