Notice 18 Mar 2025 regulation, securities, investment, bitcoin, options, cryptocurrency

📈SEC Prolongs Action on Bitcoin Options Regulation Proposal

The SEC announces an extended period for considering a proposed rule change from NYSE Arca, Inc. related to options on the Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust and Bitwise Bitcoin ETF. The extension allows for a thorough assessment before making a decision regarding the amendments to position and exercise limits, as well as the introduction of Flexible Exchange Options.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 securities, nasdaq, financial regulation, liquidity, ipo, listing standards

📈Nasdaq Updates Initial Listing Liquidity Requirements for IPOs

The Nasdaq Stock Market's new rule requires companies listing in connection with an IPO to meet liquidity requirements solely from offering proceeds. This adjustment aims to enhance market stability and ensure adequate investor interest, while also affecting companies uplisting from the OTC market. The measures are designed to promote fair trading practices and improve overall market efficiency.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 compliance, trading, regulation, securities, nyse

📈NYSE Proposes Rule Change for Optional Routing Strategy

The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding the New York Stock Exchange's proposed amendments to Rules 7.31 and 7.37, which would introduce an optional routing strategy for MPL-IOC orders. The community is invited to comment on these amendments.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 compliance, trading, regulation, securities, nyse national, market rules

📈NYSE National Proposes Rule Change for Order Routing Strategies

The SEC has published a notice regarding NYSE National’s proposed rule change to amend specific trading rules, allowing optional routing strategies for certain orders. This change aims to improve trading efficiency and is open for public comments. The rule becomes effective immediately upon filing, pending any reviews by the Commission.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 sec, trading, regulation, securities, cryptocurrency, cboe bzx

📈SEC Extends Review for WisdomTree XRP Fund Rule Change

The SEC has designated an extended period to consider a proposed rule change from Cboe BZX Exchange for listing the WisdomTree XRP Fund, allowing for thorough analysis of the implications and market impacts associated with trading cryptocurrency-based trust shares. The decision timeline is important for industry stakeholders following commodity-based trusts.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 trading, regulation, securities, financial services, miаx emerald

💰MIAX Emerald Proposes Change to Excessive Quoting Fee Schedule

The Securities and Exchange Commission announces MIAX Emerald's proposal to amend its Fee Schedule, specifically regarding the Excessive Quoting Fee. The rule change aims to adjust the inbound quote limit, prompting market participants to re-evaluate their trading costs and compliance strategies in response to the newly modified fee structure.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 trading, regulation, securities, bitcoin, crypto, ethereum, funds

💰SEC Designates Longer Review for Fidelity Crypto Fund Rule Change

The SEC has announced an extended review period for the proposed rule change by Cboe BZX Exchange regarding the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund and the Fidelity Ethereum Fund. This change seeks to allow in-kind creations and redemptions, intending to facilitate greater flexibility and efficiency in trading operations. The Commission will make a decision by May 26, 2025.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 compliance, regulation, securities, nasdaq, financial, bitcoin trust

📈Nasdaq Bitcoin Trust Proposed Rule Change Notice and Implications

The SEC has designated a longer period for action regarding Nasdaq's proposed rule change to amend listing and trading rules for the iShares Bitcoin Trust, allowing for in-kind creations and redemptions. The extension aims to give sufficient time for thorough consideration of the proposed changes and any issues raised by them.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 compliance, trading, regulation, finance, securities, nasdaq, etf

📈Nasdaq Proposes Canary Litecoin ETF Listing

The Securities and Exchange Commission has acknowledged a proposal from Nasdaq to list and trade shares of the Canary Litecoin ETF. This notice extends the review period for the proposal, allowing the Commission additional time to consider the implications and issues raised, highlighting the ongoing regulatory landscape for financial products.

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Notice 17 Mar 2025 compliance, regulation, finance, securities, business, ltse

📊Proposed Amendment to LTSE Fee Schedule Impacting Transactions

The SEC notices a proposed rule change from the Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) to amend its fee schedule, particularly modifying transaction rebates for certain securities. This change is set for immediate effectiveness with implications for transaction costs on the exchange. Interested parties are invited to comment on the proposal.

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