📈Nasdaq Crypto ETF Proposal Update - SEC Regulatory Notice
The SEC has designated a longer review period for Nasdaq's proposed amendments to Rule 5711(i) related to the listing and trading of digital asset ETFs. This regulatory notice highlights the timeline for decision-making on these critical changes, reflecting the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency investments and the regulatory scrutiny they face.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Grayscale Cardano Trust Listing Proposal
The SEC issued a notice regarding NYSE Arca's proposed rule change to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Cardano Trust (ADA). The notice outlines the timeline for approval processes and comments from the public, reflecting ongoing regulatory considerations in the cryptocurrency market.
Learn More📉Impact of Removing Syrian Sanctions Regulations on Businesses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is removing from the Code of Federal Regulations the Syrian Sanctions Regulations as a result of the termination of the national emergency on which the regulations were based and further changes to the policy of the United States towards Syria.
Learn More📈SEC Designates Longer Time for Cboe Rule Change on Canary XRP Trust
The Securities and Exchange Commission has extended the period to consider a proposed rule change by Cboe BZX Exchange for listing and trading shares of the Canary XRP Trust. The decision aims to allow sufficient time for careful consideration of the proposal and the issues it raises within the regulatory framework for cryptocurrency.
Learn More📈SEC Extends Decision on VanEck Solana Trust Listing
The SEC has designated a longer period for action regarding the proposed rule change to list and trade shares of the VanEck Solana Trust on the Cboe BZX Exchange. This extension allows the Commission to adequately consider the associated issues and comments received during the review process.
Learn More📈Cboe Proposes Options Trading Rules for VanEck Bitcoin ETF
The Cboe EDGX Exchange has proposed a rule change to permit the listing and trading of options on the VanEck Bitcoin ETF. This amendment expands the eligibility for Fund Shares, enhancing trading opportunities and providing investors with low-cost tools for managing Bitcoin exposure. The Exchange emphasizes the benefits of transparency and increased market activity facilitated by this development.
Learn More🔒Continuation of National Emergency on Sensitive Technologies Announced
The regulatory text conveys the continuation of a national emergency concerning threats from advancements in sensitive technologies by countries of concern. This decision is rooted in the need to protect U.S. national security interests related to military and intelligence capabilities, thus extending the implications for U.S. investments in these areas.
Learn More📈FDIC Proposes Rule for Regulatory Threshold Adjustments
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is inviting comment on a proposed rule that would amend certain regulatory thresholds in the FDIC's regulations to reflect inflation. Specifically, the proposal would generally update such thresholds to reflect inflation from the date of initial implementation or the most recent adjustment, and provide for future adjustments pursuant to an indexing methodology. The changes set forth in this proposal would provide a more durable regulatory framework by helping to preserve, in real terms, the level of certain thresholds set forth in the FDIC's regulations, thereby avoiding the undesirable and unintended outcome where the scope of applicability for a regulatory requirement changes due solely to inflation rather than actual changes in an institution's size, risk profile or level of complexity.
Learn More💰Proposed Rule Change for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs by Cboe BZX
The Cboe BZX Exchange has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to allow in-kind creations and redemptions for the Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. This amendment aims to enhance liquidity and market efficiency, promoting a flexible trading environment for authorized participants and benefiting investors.
Learn More🏦Proposed Amendments to Community Reinvestment Act Regulations
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board), and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) (collectively, the agencies) propose to amend their Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) regulations by rescinding the final rule titled "Community Reinvestment Act" published in the Federal Register on February 1, 2024, and replacing it with the agencies' CRA regulations in effect on March 29, 2024, with certain conforming and technical amendments. The agencies are also proposing technical amendments to their regulations implementing the CRA sunshine requirements of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, and the OCC is proposing technical amendments to its Public Welfare Investments regulation.
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