SEBI has warned investors against dealing in “Digital Gold” or “E- Gold” products offered by certain online platforms. It clarified that while it has enabled regulated investment options in gold and gold-related instruments, such as exchange-traded commodity derivative contracts, Gold Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) offered by mutual funds, and Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) traded on stock exchanges, these products are distinctly different from the digital gold products being promoted online. The so-called “Digital Gold” or “E-Gold” products being marketed by unregulated entities do not fall under SEBI’s purview. Investors have been advised to exercise caution and ensure that any gold-related investment is made only through SEBI-regulated channels.