💰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.
Learn More📈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.
Learn More📈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.
Learn More💵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.
Learn More💰LCH SA's Revised Collateral Concentration Limits Approved
The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved LCH SA's proposed rule change regarding collateral concentration limits for supranational and European agency securities. The change allows for individual limits per issuer, enhancing flexibility for clearing members while simultaneously implementing more conservative concentration guidelines per security type to mitigate risk exposure.
Learn More📈Nasdaq MRX Proposes Fee Discount Changes for Market Makers
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding Nasdaq MRX's proposed amendment to its pricing schedule, which aims to increase the fee discount for Market Makers when trading against Priority Customer orders originating from Affiliated Members or Entities. The changes are intended to enhance liquidity and encourage the flow of customer orders to the exchange, impacting trading operations within the options market.
Learn More📈Proposed Amendments to Rule 605 of Regulation NMS and Business Impact
The Securities and Exchange Commission announces proposed amendments to the National Market System Plan under Rule 605 of Regulation NMS, aiming to modernize execution quality reporting. These changes will include expanded reporting for multiple entities, updated data fields, and the introduction of new summary reports to enhance market transparency and compliance.
Learn More📈Proposed Rule Change for Grayscale Hedera Trust Trading on Nasdaq
The SEC has opened proceedings to evaluate the proposed rule change allowing the Nasdaq Stock Market to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Hedera Trust (HBAR). This process invites public comments and analyses regarding the initiative's compliance with regulatory standards, particularly concerning preventing fraud and protecting investors' interests.
Learn More📈SEC Withdraws Proposed Regulatory Actions Impacting Businesses
The Securities and Exchange Commission ("Commission") is formally withdrawing certain notices of proposed rulemaking issued between March 2022 and November 2023. The Commission does not intend to issue final rules with respect to these proposals. If the Commission decides to pursue future regulatory action in any of these areas, it will issue a new proposed rule.
Learn More📊IEX's Free Trial Program for Real-Time Market Data Products
The Investors Exchange LLC (IEX) is implementing a free trial program for its real-time market data products, specifically TOPS and DEEP. This initiative allows first-time recipients to access these data feeds for up to 30 days without fees, aiming to enhance market data accessibility and stimulate interest among potential subscribers.
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