💰SBA Issues New Small Business Investment Company Licenses
Pursuant to the authority granted to the United States Small Business Administration under section 301(c) of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, as amended, to grant Small Business Investment Company licenses under the Small Business Investment Company Program, this notice satisfies the requirement effective August 17, 2023 under 13 CFR 107.501(a) to publish in the Federal Register the names of SBICs with date of licensure and Total Intended Leverage Commitments. The following SBICs received SBIC licenses as of the date indicated below:
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Hamilton Lane Private Assets Fund Regulation
The SEC has issued a notice regarding Hamilton Lane's application for an exemption under the Investment Company Act to allow multiple share classes and impose fees. This development highlights potential regulatory changes affecting investment strategies and compliance in the financial sector.
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💰Proposed Regulatory Amendments for Small Business Investment Companies
The U.S. Small Business Administration ("SBA" or "Agency") is proposing to modify or remove from the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR") regulations that are obsolete, inefficient, or otherwise unnecessarily impede the licensing of small business investment companies ("SBICs"). Many of the regulations SBA is proposing to remove apply to the repealed Section 301(d) of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, as amended, and certain other types of SBICs that SBA no longer licenses, such as Participating Securities SBICs and Early Stage SBICs. The removal of these regulations will assist the public by simplifying SBA's regulations in the CFR. In addition, SBA is proposing to amend its regulations applicable to subsequent fund applicants in order to streamline the licensing process for such applicants. SBA also seeks to remove certain barriers to investments in critical mineral extraction and processing and designated critical technologies. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(4), a summary of this rule may be found https://www.regulations.gov.
Learn More📈Proposed NYSE Rule Changes on Trading Halts Impact Businesses
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) filed proposed rule changes to amend its regulations on trading halts, intending to merge existing rules for clarity and consistency across self-regulatory organizations. The changes aim to enhance regulatory oversight for trading activities in response to operational or regulatory disruptions, thus promoting orderly market conditions.
Learn More🌍Executive Order 14312
Executive Order 14312 aims to revoke existing sanctions on Syria, signaling a U.S. policy shift towards supporting a stable and unified Syria. It enables heightened diplomatic engagement, anticipates lifting restrictions on exports and financial assistance, and emphasizes accountability for human rights violations while exploring avenues for business opportunities in the region.
Learn More💊Exclusive Patent License Notice for CAR Technology by NIH
The National Cancer Institute, an institute of the National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, is contemplating the grant of an Exclusive Patent License to practice the inventions embodied in the patents applications listed in the Supplementary Information section of this notice to Capstan Therapeutics, Inc. (Capstan), a company located in San Diego, California, the United States of America.
Learn More💰SEC Considers Staking Proposal for Bitwise Ethereum ETF
The Securities and Exchange Commission is evaluating a proposed rule change by NYSE Arca to amend regulations governing the listing of the Bitwise Ethereum ETF, specifically to allow staking of ether. This order initiates proceedings to determine if the change meets federal securities standards, inviting public comments and feedback on the proposal.
Learn More📉Notice of Applications for Deregistration Under Investment Company Act
Applicant, a closed-end investment company, seeks an order declaring that it has ceased to be an investment company. On February 3, 2025 and May 16, 2025, applicant made liquidating distributions to its shareholders based on net asset value. No expenses were incurred in connection with the liquidation. Filing Dates: The application was filed on May 21, 2025 and amended on June 24, 2025. Applicant's Address: 225 Pictoria Drive, Suite 450, Cincinnati, Ohio 45246.
Learn More📈Cboe Proposes Trading Options on VanEck Bitcoin ETF
The Cboe Exchange has filed a proposal to list and trade options on the VanEck Bitcoin ETF, amending existing rules to accommodate this new product. This change aims to increase market transparency and provide investors with more tools for managing Bitcoin-related risks, in line with evolving regulatory environments for cryptocurrency investments.
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