📈OCC Rule Change Proposal for Options Clearing Agreement Approved
The proposed rule change involves the adoption of a new Participant Exchange Agreement by the Options Clearing Corporation (OCC), replacing the outdated version. This update aims to align the terms with current regulations and practices while addressing financial risks and enhancing operational efficiency between the OCC and national securities exchanges.
Learn More📈NYSE Arca Accelerates Approval for Grayscale Digital Fund
The SEC has granted accelerated approval for NYSE Arca to amend Rule 8.500-E, allowing the listing and trading of the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund. The changes redefine Trust Units and broaden the types of entities eligible to issue them, impacting investment dynamics in digital assets and enabling greater flexibility in trading practices.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Rule Changes for Trading Options on Commodity Trusts
The SEC is considering amendments to Rule 402, allowing the listing and trading of options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This proposal aims to enhance market transparency and provide investors with better hedging strategies and access to commodity investments through standardized options trading. Public comments are invited as part of the evaluation process.
Learn More🏛️SEC Notice on Consolidated Tape Association Amendment Filing
The SEC has published a notice regarding the immediate effectiveness of amendments to the Consolidated Tape Association and Consolidated Quotation Plans. These amendments primarily involve name changes for certain exchanges and aim to streamline regulatory compliance. Interested parties are invited to comment on the proposed changes, which reflect administrative updates essential for accurate market representation.
Learn More📈SEC Proposal
The SEC announces the Fifty-Third Amendment to the UTP Plan, updating the name of NYSE Chicago, Inc. to NYSE Texas, Inc., and making minor adjustments to the names and addresses of other exchanges. The amendment is classified as a “Ministerial Amendment,” allowing for immediate filing and effectiveness without extensive changes to regulations or competition.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Cboe BZX Proposed Rule Change for Galaxy ETFs
The Securities and Exchange Commission has extended the timeframe to consider a proposed rule change regarding Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, which aims to allow in-kind creations and redemptions. This extension provides the Commission with additional time to evaluate the implications of the proposed changes for market structure and trading practices.
Learn More📊SEC Extends Review Period for Proposed Amendment to Audit Trail Plan
The SEC has extended the review period for a proposed amendment to the Consolidated Audit Trail governing reporting requirements. Designed to include more verbal and floor activity, this amendment aims to enhance oversight within the National Market System Plan. The Commission is allowing additional time to assess policy issues and comments related to the proposal.
Learn More📈Cboe BZX to List Options on Fidelity Ethereum Fund
The Cboe BZX Exchange has proposed a rule change to allow the listing and trading of options on the Fidelity Ethereum Fund, expanding options for investors dealing with Ethereum. This move aims to enhance market transparency and facilitate better trading strategies, including hedging opportunities in the rapidly evolving digital asset space.
Learn More💰Cboe Exchange Proposes Bitcoin Options Trading Regulations
The Cboe Exchange, Inc. has filed a proposal to amend its rules, allowing the listing and trading of options on the VanEck Bitcoin Trust. This initiative aims to provide investors with additional investment tools for exposure to Bitcoin, promoting market transparency and establishing tighter regulatory frameworks to enhance trading efficiency.
Learn More💻Cboe EDGA Proposes Increase in 10 Gb Physical Port Fees
The Cboe EDGA Exchange has announced a proposed rule change to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports from $7,500 to $8,500. This adjustment aims to better reflect service quality and operational costs after a lengthy period without fee increases. The proposal is designed to support continued technological improvements and competitive offerings within the exchange market.
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