📈Nasdaq MRX Proposes Changes to Options Trading Fees
The Nasdaq MRX has announced a proposed rule change regarding adjustments to its SQF Port and SQF Purge Port fees, impacting Market Makers. The amendments include a new pricing structure and the removal of fee waivers, set to become effective starting January 1, 2026. The changes aim to align MRX fees with those of other exchanges while removing current caps on fees.
Learn More⏳Delay Proposed for AML/CFT Requirements for Investment Advisers
FinCEN is proposing to amend the Anti-Money Laundering/ Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Program and Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Filing Requirements for Registered Investment Advisers and Exempt Reporting Advisers (IA AML Rule) to delay the effective date by two years. The IA AML Rule is effective on January 1, 2026. This proposal seeks to amend the effective date to January 1, 2028.
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 and vessels 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💼FINRA Proposes Amendments to Capital Acquisition Broker Rules
The SEC is reviewing proposed amendments to the FINRA Capital Acquisition Broker Rules, which aim to broaden CAB activities in selling unregistered securities and enhance participation in secondary transactions. The changes could have significant implications on compliance and operational practices for CABs and associated investment firms.
Learn More📊Proposed Rule Change on Backtesting Charge and Margin Requirements
The SEC has approved a proposed rule change by the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation to revise the definition of the Backtesting Charge in its government securities division. The revisions aim to clarify margin calculations and enhance the ability to manage credit risk, ensuring sufficient financial resources are available to accommodate potential member defaults.
Learn More📦Final Results of Countervailing Duty Review on Chlorinated Isocyanurates
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to the producers and exporters of chlorinated isocyanurates from the People's Republic of China (China). The period of review (POR) is January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.
Learn More💵New Reporting Requirements for Money Services Businesses Along Southwest Border
FinCEN is issuing this Geographic Targeting Order, requiring certain money services businesses along the southwest border of the United States to report and retain records of transactions in currency of $1,000 or more, but not more than $10,000, and to verify the identity of persons presenting such transactions. This Order follows a previously issued Geographic Targeting Order, which required reporting of transactions in currency of more than $200, but not more than $10,000.
Learn More💹Cboe BZX Exchange Proposes Fees for All Cancels Report
The Cboe BZX Exchange has proposed the implementation of fees for its new All Cancels Report, aimed at enhancing market data services for trading participants. This report provides comprehensive insights into cancel behavior and messaging for market participants, effective from August 2025.
Learn More💵Treasury Notice
The Department of the Treasury will submit the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, on or after the date of publication of this notice. The public is invited to submit comments on this request.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Increased Position Limits for iShares Bitcoin ETF Options
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding the proposed amendment to BOX Rule 3120, suggesting an increase in position and exercise limits for iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF options. This change is intended to foster a more competitive and liquid market for these financial instruments, aligning with the trend of increasing trading activity in bitcoin-related products.
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