💼LCH SA Proposes New Collateral Concentration Limits for Clearing Members
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced LCH SA's proposed rule change to amend collateral concentration limits for supranational and European agency securities. The revision aims to provide more flexibility for clearing members in meeting initial margin requirements, allowing for individual limits per issuer while maintaining risk management standards.
Learn More📈NYSE American Waives Options Fee Cap for April 2025
The NYSE American proposes to waive the combined cap on Floor Broker credits for QCC trades for April 2025, encouraging continued order flow to the Exchange amidst heightened market activity. This adjustment aims to enhance liquidity and incentivize brokers to maintain transactions on the Exchange, thereby improving market quality for participants.
Learn More💳MIAX Sapphire Updates Alternative Payment Rules for Members
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice from MIAX Sapphire proposing changes to Exchange Rule 208, enabling members to provide alternative payment instructions for fee collections, subject to exchange approval. This aims to ease operational burdens related to payment processes with the Clearing Corporation.
Learn More🎲Additional Records Retention Requirements for Casinos by FinCEN
As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, FinCEN invites comments on the proposed renewal, without change, of certain existing information collection requirements found in Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations applicable to casinos and card clubs. Under these regulations, among other requirements, casinos and card clubs (collectively, casinos) must secure and maintain--with respect to each deposit, account, or line of credit--a record of the name, permanent address, and social security number of the person involved at the time the funds are deposited, the account is opened, or credit is extended. This request for comments is made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Learn More💰NYSE American Options Fee Schedule Amendment for CUBE Auctions
The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a proposed rule change by NYSE American LLC to amend the Fee Schedule concerning volume executed in CUBE Auctions. The updates include new qualifying criteria for credits and rebates that aim to enhance liquidity and encourage participants to increase their auction order flow.
Learn More📈ICE Clear Credit's Proposed Rule Change on CDS Reference Obligations
ICE Clear Credit LLC has proposed changes to its rules regarding Contract Reference Obligations for Credit Default Swap contracts. This change aims to enhance clarity and transparency in the selection process, ensuring timely and accurate market representations while incorporating public consultations to address any potential objections.
Learn More🏦Change in Bank Control Notices and Acquisitions Overview
The Federal Reserve System announces applications under the Change in Bank Control Act for acquiring shares of banks or bank holding companies. Public comment is invited regarding the applications, and details on how to submit views are provided. The notice underscores the process and factors considered in the review of such acquisition proposals.
Learn More📈SEC Extends Review Period for Cboe Bitcoin Options Proposal
The SEC has designated a longer review period for the Cboe Exchange's proposed rule change to add P.M.-settled options on Bitcoin ETF indices. The extension allows the Commission additional time to consider implications and stakeholder comments regarding the new trading options designed for Bitcoin markets.
Learn More🚫OFAC Sanctions Notice
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.
Learn More💰Proposed Rule Change for Bitcoin Trust Options Trading
The Securities and Exchange Commission is reviewing a proposed rule change by MIAX Sapphire, LLC to list and trade options on the VanEck Bitcoin Trust. The Trust aims to provide investors with a cost-efficient means of gaining exposure to Bitcoin while adhering to current exchange rules governing ETF options. This filing is intended to enhance market transparency and improve investor access to Bitcoin-related investments.
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