📈SEC Notice on Investment Company Act Exemption Request
The Securities and Exchange Commission released a notice regarding an application from Align Alternative Access Fund and Sovereign Financial Group, Inc. for an exemption under the Investment Company Act of 1940. The application seeks permission for registered closed-end investment companies to issue various classes of shares with differing sales loads and service fees, impacting their operational strategy and regulatory compliance.
Learn More💸NYSE Texas Proposes Updates to Connectivity Fee Schedule
The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering a proposed rule change by NYSE Texas, which updates its connectivity fee schedule to third-party systems and data feeds. The amendments aim to enhance user options and clarity on fees, reflecting a shift in market dynamics and competitiveness among services.
Learn More📅SEC Changes Crypto Task Force Meeting Date - Business Implications
The SEC announces a change in the meeting date for the Crypto Task Force roundtable, originally set for June 6, 2025, now rescheduled to June 9, 2025. For more information, contact the Office of the Secretary.
Learn More🏦Federal Reserve Notice on Bank Holding Company Mergers and Acquisitions
This notice from the Federal Reserve System announces applications for mergers and acquisitions involving bank holding companies, inviting public comments on the proposed changes. It outlines the regulatory framework under which these applications are reviewed and details how interested parties can participate in the process.
Learn More🏦Regulatory Notice on Bank Control and Acquisitions
The Federal Reserve System issued a notice regarding applications under the Change in Bank Control Act for acquiring shares of banks or bank holding companies. This notice includes details for public inspection and encourages interested individuals to submit comments on these applications, emphasizing the importance of public transparency in bank control matters.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Rule Change for Clearing Agency Securities Valuation
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by The Depository Trust Company, aimed at updating the Clearing Agency Securities Valuation Framework. The changes will enhance the standards for risk-based margin systems and ensure the use of reliable and timely data inputs in financial transactions, focused on maintaining robust risk management and compliance mechanisms.
Learn More📈SEC Extends Review Period for Proposed Options Regulation by Cboe
The SEC has designated a longer review period for Cboe EDGX Exchange's proposed rule change to amend trading regulations, allowing options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This extension aims to provide the Commission sufficient time to evaluate the proposed changes, impacting trading practices and investment opportunities within the market.
Learn More📉Notice of License Surrender for High Peaks Seed Ventures, L.P.
The Small Business Administration has declared the license of High Peaks Seed Ventures, L.P. null and void, pursuant to its authority under the Small Business Investment Act. This action may have implications for businesses reliant on this firm's investment services, impacting their funding and growth potential.
Learn More📈Nasdaq Proposes Rule Change for VanEck Avalanche ETF Listing
The Nasdaq Stock Market has filed a proposed rule change to list and trade shares of the VanEck Avalanche ETF under its Commodity-Based Trust Shares rule. This initiative aims to provide investors with a new trading vehicle linked to the performance of AVAX, the digital asset of the Avalanche network, highlighting the growing importance of digital assets in financial markets.
Learn More📊Proposed Rule Change for NSCC's Recovery and Wind-Down Plan
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding the National Securities Clearing Corporation's proposed amendments to its Recovery and Wind-Down Plan. This update aims to meet new regulatory requirements outlined in Exchange Act Rule 17ad-26, ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of its financial services during recovery scenarios. The proposed changes enhance clarity and compliance standards for the clearing agency's operations.
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