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.
Understanding GigaStar Secondary Market
GigaStar Trading (GigaStar's secondary market) is a digital Alternative Trading System (ATS), operated by GigaStar Securities LLC (an SEC-registered broker-dealer, FINRA/SIPC member). Launching in 2026, GigaStar Trading will be the first regulated trading venue for Creator Economy securities. Channel Revenue Token (CRT) holders who purchase securities in GigaStar's primary market (GigaStar Market) 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 LLC, dba GigaStar Trading, will operate a digital Alternative Trading System (ATS) for secondary Channel Revenue Token (CRT) trading, launching in 2026.
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.
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. GigaStar Trading may provide liquidity, but does not assure it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone invest in CRTs?
Investors aged 18 and older can invest in CRTs through GigaStar Market. Under Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF), non-accredited Investors have annual investment limits based on their income and net worth. All Investors must complete identity verification (KYC) as part of the account creation process before making any investment.
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.