Channel Revenue Token (CRT)
A digital asset that represents a percentage of a YouTube channel’s future revenue. A CRT becomes tradable in the secondary market after a 12-month holding period from its initial purchase.
Understanding Channel Revenue Token (CRT)
Channel Revenue Tokens are digital securities regulated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under Regulation Crowdfunding. When an investor purchases CRTs in GigaStar Market (the primary market), they acquire the right to receive distributions representing a specified percentage of a Creator's YouTube revenue over an agreed term (3-year, 5-year, or lifetime). CRTs are NOT cryptocurrency; they are traditional securities with SEC oversight.
Key Points to Remember
- Channel Revenue Token (CRT) 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
Distribution
A distribution is a Monthly payment made to Channel Revenue Token (CRT) holders, representing their share of a YouTube Creator's revenue earned during that period.
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.
GigaStar Secondary Market
GigaStar Trading is GigaStar's upcoming SEC-registered Alternative Trading System (ATS), where CRT holders may buy and sell their positions, launching in 2026.
Revenue Share
A revenue share is the percentage of a YouTube Creator's revenue that is distributed Monthly to Investors who hold Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) purchased through GigaStar's platform.
SEC Regulation CF
SEC Regulation Crowdfunding (Regulation CF) is the federal securities framework that allows companies like GigaStar to offer CRTs to both accredited and non-accredited Investors, up to $5M annually.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the GigaStar secondary market?
The GigaStar secondary market platform, called GigaStar Trading, is an SEC-registered digital Alternative Trading System (ATS) that allows eligible investors to buy and sell previously issued Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) with other investors after the initial offering period and any applicable restricted period, subject to securities regulations and platform rules. (e.g., Reg CF = 12-month restricted holding period). This secondary market platform enables peer-to-peer trading of existing CRTs. Note that Investment offerings are speculative, illiquid, and involve a high degree of risk, including the risk of loss of your entire investment. Securities purchased in GigaStar Market must be held 12 months before trading in the secondary market. There is no guarantee of an active or liquid secondary market and investments are subject to market risk and will fluctuate in value. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
What assets can be traded?
Eligible Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) that were issued in primary offerings, have satisfied applicable holding requirements (12-month holding period from initial purchase) and meet platform eligibility standards can be traded on the GigaStar Trading platform.
Are these the same CRTs I bought in the primary market?
Yes. Secondary trading involves the same Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) originally issued during primary offerings.