Notice 23 Jun 2025 sec, exchange, investment, options trading, commodities, etfs

📈SEC Proposes Options Trading on Commodity-Based Trust Shares

The SEC is considering amendments to allow the listing and trading of options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares, enhancing trading capabilities for ETFs and fostering a more transparent market environment. The proposed changes aim to provide investors with better tools for hedging and price discovery while maintaining compliance with existing regulatory requirements.

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Notice 23 Jun 2025 sec, regulation, finance, securities, investment, nyse american, cryptocurrency

💰SEC Extends Review Period for Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Options

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a longer review period for the proposed rule change by NYSE American LLC, focused on allowing FLEX options on the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust. The decision is part of a regulatory process that aims to provide the SEC with adequate time to assess the implications of this financial product.

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Notice 23 Jun 2025 sec, regulatory compliance, proposed rule change, etf, cboe bzx, solana

📈SEC Considers Proposed Rule for Franklin Solana ETF Listing

The SEC has initiated proceedings to evaluate a proposed rule change from Cboe BZX Exchange to list and trade shares of the Franklin Solana ETF. This includes an analysis of compliance and investor protection implications, as the ETF seeks to reflect the performance of the Solana digital asset, SOL. Stakeholder comments are invited to address various regulatory concerns.

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Notice 23 Jun 2025 sec, trading, options, financial regulation, exchanges, commodity-based trust shares, market transparency

📈SEC Proposes Rule Changes for Trading Options on Commodity Trusts

The SEC is considering amendments to Rule 402, allowing the listing and trading of options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This proposal aims to enhance market transparency and provide investors with better hedging strategies and access to commodity investments through standardized options trading. Public comments are invited as part of the evaluation process.

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Notice 20 Jun 2025 sec, regulation, securities, investment, cryptocurrency, staking, ether

💰SEC Considers Rule Change for Fidelity Ethereum Fund Staking

The SEC is evaluating a proposed rule change from Cboe BZX Exchange to permit the staking of ether within the Fidelity Ethereum Fund. This assessment involves legal and policy considerations, with an emphasis on the protection of investors and the integrity of the market. The public is invited to submit comments on the proposal by July 11, 2025.

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Notice 20 Jun 2025 sec, regulation, investment, nyse, bitcoin, etf, cryptocurrency

📈Proposal for Truth Social Bitcoin ETF Listing on NYSE Arca

The Securities and Exchange Commission is reviewing NYSE Arca's proposal to list and trade shares of the Truth Social Bitcoin ETF, aimed at simplifying bitcoin investments for shareholders. The proposal complies with regulatory standards and reflects evolving financial mechanisms in the cryptocurrency market.

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Notice 20 Jun 2025 sec, trading, regulatory compliance, securities, reporting requirements, financial markets, cat nms plan

📈Amendment to National Market System Plan Approved by SEC

The SEC has approved an amendment to the National Market System Plan governing the Consolidated Audit Trail, modifying existing requirements for reporting verbal and electronic trading activities. This amendment aims to alleviate compliance burdens on firms while striving to maintain effective regulatory oversight in the financial markets. The changes are expected to reshape operational practices for industry participants significantly.

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Notice 20 Jun 2025 sec, trading, regulation, finance, fees, nasdaq, options, liquidity

💵Nasdaq GEMX Proposes New Fees for Nasdaq 100 Index Options

The Securities and Exchange Commission publishes a notice regarding Nasdaq GEMX’s proposed rule change to amend transaction fees for Nasdaq 100 Index options. The proposal includes a new surcharge aimed at reducing liquidity removal, affecting the pricing structure for Non-Priority Customers and encouraging increased liquidity on the exchange. Comments from the public are invited before implementation.

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Rule 20 Jun 2025 compliance, sec, administrative practice and procedure, securities regulation, business risk, criminal enforcement

⚖️SEC Policy on Criminal Enforcement Directly Affects Businesses

Pursuant to Executive Order 14294, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("Commission") is publishing this framework for staff consideration of whether to refer potential violations, including of criminal regulatory offenses, to the Department of Justice.

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Notice 20 Jun 2025 compliance, sec, municipal securities, msrb, trade reporting

📈Proposed Amendments to MSRB Rule G-14 on Trade Reporting

The Securities and Exchange Commission discusses a proposed rule change by the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board that modifies the reporting timeframe for transactions in municipal securities. The changes include reverting the reporting deadline to 15 minutes and promoting timely reporting "as soon as practicable," aiming to enhance market transparency and minimize compliance burdens for dealers.

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