⚖️FTC Reviews Petition to Reopen Order Affecting Quantum Energy
Quantum Energy Partners VI, LP, Q-TH Appalachia (VI) Investments Partners, LLC, and QEP Partners, LP (collectively "Quantum") have asked the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC" or "Commission") to reopen and set aside the Commission's Decision and Order entered on October 10, 2023, concerning EQT's purchase of certain assets of Quantum. Publication of Quantum's petition is not intended to affect its legal status or its final disposition.
Learn More🛩️FAA Renames Restricted Airspace from Fort Liberty to Fort Bragg
This action is an administrative change to rename restricted areas R-5311A, R-5311B, and R-5311C, Fort Liberty, NC, and to update the using agency description to reflect the change. This action does not alter airspace boundaries or impose additional operating requirements on users of the affected airspace.
Learn More📈NYSE American Announces Changes to Connectivity Fee Schedule
The Securities and Exchange Commission published a notice from NYSE American regarding a proposed rule change to amend the Connectivity Fee Schedule for third-party systems and data feeds. This change aims to expand access and clarify fee structures for businesses utilizing these connectivity options, responding to user demand for varied data services while maintaining competitive pricing.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Nasdaq ISE Proposed Rule Change for Options Trading
The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding Nasdaq ISE's proposed amendment to the Short Term Option Series Program, allowing for additional expirations for options on individual stocks and ETFs. This regulatory development aims to provide more trading opportunities and will undergo further review by the SEC before approval.
Learn More📈IEX Proposes Changes to Fee Schedule for Liquidity Rebates
The Investors Exchange (IEX) has proposed a rule change to amend its fee schedule, introducing alternative criteria for qualifying for its Displayed Liquidity Adding Rebate Tier 6. This adjustment aims to enhance competitiveness and encourage order flow to the exchange, benefiting market participants without changing existing rebate amounts.
Learn More📈NYSE Proposal
The SEC is considering a proposed rule change by the NYSE to exempt newly-listed closed-end funds from the requirement to hold annual shareholder meetings. The proposal aims to reduce costs for funds while ensuring investor protections through existing regulations. The NYSE believes this change could encourage new fund listings, enhancing capital market opportunities.
Learn More🌵Removal of Colorado Hookless Cactus from Endangered Species List
We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), are removing Colorado hookless cactus (Sclerocactus glaucus) from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Plants. Recent taxonomic studies have indicated that the currently listed entity is actually two species: Sclerocactus glaucus and Sclerocactus dawsoniae (previously identified as S. dawsonii in the proposed rule). When we use the common name "Colorado hookless cactus" or refer to "the species" in this final rule, we are referring to information or conclusions regarding both species (S. glaucus and S. dawsoniae) as the currently listed entity. When we are referring to information or analysis pertaining to one species, we will use the new scientific names of S. glaucus or S. dawsoniae. After a review of the best available scientific and commercial information, we find that delisting Colorado hookless cactus is warranted. Our review indicates that the threats to the Colorado hookless cactus have been eliminated or reduced to the point that the species no longer meets the definition of an endangered or threatened species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). Accordingly, the prohibitions and conservation measures provided by the Act, particularly through sections 4 and 7, will no longer apply to the Colorado hookless cactus.
Learn More📦USPS Notice on Priority Mail and Ground Advantage Agreement
The Postal Service gives notice of filing a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a domestic shipping services contract to the list of Negotiated Service Agreements in the Mail Classification Schedule's Competitive Products List.
Learn More🌊Editorial Change
As directed by the Executive order of January 20, 2025, "Restoring Names that Honor American Greatness," PHMSA is amending its regulations to change the name of the body of water known previously as the "Gulf of Mexico" to the "Gulf of America."
Learn More📈Nasdaq GEMX Proposes FPGA Technology for Market Data Feeds
The SEC publishes a notice regarding Nasdaq GEMX's proposed rule change to offer FPGA technology as an optional delivery mechanism for its Depth of Market Data Feed. This initiative is aimed at improving data transmission predictability and reducing jitter, catering to the evolving demands of market participants. Submissions for comments are invited in response to this proposal.
Learn More