Notice 30 May 2025 securities, risk management, options trading, financial regulation, cryptocurrency

💱Nasdaq Bitcoin Index Options Trading Proposal and Implications

The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering Nasdaq PHLX LLC's proposal to list and trade cash-settled options on the Nasdaq Bitcoin Index. This proposal aims to provide investors and corporations with risk management tools and the ability to hedge exposure to bitcoin while awaiting public comments on its compliance with securities regulations.

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Notice 30 May 2025 regulation, securities, investment, financial services, co-investment, blackstone

💼SEC Notice for Blackstone’s Joint Transaction Application

The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application for an order that would allow certain business development companies and closed-end investment firms to co-invest in portfolio companies. This move aims to authorize joint transactions that are typically prohibited under current regulations, potentially expanding investment strategies available to applicants.

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Notice 30 May 2025 regulatory compliance, securities, cboe byx, nyse texas, data transparency

📊Cboe BYX Updates Data Disclosure Rules for NYSE Texas

The Cboe BYX Exchange proposes to amend Rule 11.26(a) to reflect the name change of NYSE Chicago, Inc. to NYSE Texas, Inc., ensuring accurate public disclosure of data sources used in order processing. The changes aim to enhance transparency and improve compliance in securities transactions.

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Notice 29 May 2025 sec, regulatory compliance, securities, financial services, investment advisers

📄SEC Notice on Rule 0-4 Submission for OMB Review

The SEC gives notice regarding the extension of Rule 0-4 under the Investment Advisers Act, which prescribes the requirements for applications seeking exemptive relief. The rule aims to guide the Commission in assessing exemption requests while detailing the associated cost burdens for applicants, which vary based on application complexity.

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Notice 29 May 2025 regulation, securities, cboe, investments, financial markets, etf, trx

📈SEC Notice on Proposed Rule for Canary Staked TRX ETF

The Securities and Exchange Commission published a notice regarding the proposed rule change for Cboe BZX Exchange to list and trade shares of the Canary Staked TRX ETF. The proposed ETF aims to provide investors with regulated access to TRX, a significant cryptocurrency, fostering innovation and market development within the financial landscape.

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Notice 29 May 2025 sec, regulation, securities, investment, cryptocurrency, cboe bzx, xrp

📈SEC Considers Listing Shares of Canary XRP Trust on Cboe BZX

The Securities and Exchange Commission is evaluating a proposed rule change to allow the listing and trading of shares of the Canary XRP Trust. This proposal aims to track the performance of the digital asset XRP, raising various legal and policy considerations regarding investor protection and market integrity. Public comments are encouraged as part of the review process.

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Notice 29 May 2025 sec, trading, regulation, securities, investments, cryptocurrency

💹SEC Reviews Proposed Rule for In-Kind Bitcoin and Ethereum Funds

The SEC is assessing a proposed rule change by Cboe BZX Exchange to amend the listing and trading rules for Fidelity's Bitcoin and Ethereum Funds. This proposal seeks to enable in-kind creations and redemptions, which are critical for fund management strategies and compliance within the cryptocurrency market. The Commission is inviting public comments on these changes.

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Notice 29 May 2025 compliance, sec, regulation, securities, investment, costs, foreign funds

📜SEC Seeks Comments on Proposed Collection for Rule 7d-1 Compliance

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is soliciting comments on the information collection requirements under Rule 7d-1, which governs the registration of foreign investment funds. The rule includes provisions for documentation, agreements, and compliance measures necessary for registration under U.S. securities laws, especially targeting Canadian funds.

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Notice 29 May 2025 compliance, trading, regulations, securities, cryptocurrency, etfs

📈SEC Extends Review Period for Cboe BZX ETF Rule Change

The SEC issued a notice regarding a proposed rule change from Cboe BZX Exchange, which seeks to allow in-kind creations and redemptions for various cryptocurrency ETFs, including the Franklin Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. The SEC has extended the review period to July 10, 2025, to fully evaluate the implications raised by the proposal.

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Notice 29 May 2025 regulation, securities, investment, etf, cryptocurrency, xrp, bitwise

🪙SEC Proceedings on Bitwise XRP ETF Approval Impacting Investments

The SEC has initiated proceedings to determine the approval of a proposed rule change for trading shares of the Bitwise XRP ETF on the Cboe BZX Exchange. This analysis follows a request for public comments on the proposal, which aims to track the performance of XRP through the Trust. The discussion focuses on legal and policy issues pertaining to the proposal.

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