Notice 19 Mar 2025 securities, market regulation, options trading, miami international securities exchange, commodity-based trust shares

📈SEC Notice on Options Trading for Commodity-Based Trust Shares

The Miami International Securities Exchange proposed an amendment to its rule allowing options to be listed and traded on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This change aims to enhance market competition, streamline approval processes for new options, and facilitate greater trading activity, promoting investment opportunities. Interested parties are invited to comment on this proposal.

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Notice 19 Mar 2025 securities, compliance, ficc, regulatory, risk management, financial services

📈FICC Proposes Amendments to Risk Management Framework

The SEC published a notice regarding FICC's proposed rule change to amend its Risk Management Framework. The changes aim to clarify the quarterly escalation process, annual reviews, and eliminate references to the Systemic Risk Council. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments regarding the proposed changes.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 securities, fees, market access, financial regulation, exchanges

💰SEC Notice

The SEC announces the immediate effectiveness of a proposed rule change by Miami International Securities Exchange to amend its fee schedule, establishing fees for dedicated cross connection access to its testing systems environment. Interested parties are invited to comment on the proposal, with details available on the Exchange and SEC websites.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 regulation, securities, financial services, cryptocurrency, index options

📈Nasdaq Bitcoin Index Options Proposed Rule Change by SEC

The SEC announces a longer period for consideration of a proposed rule change to introduce Nasdaq Bitcoin Index Options, allowing additional time for thorough evaluation. This extension impacts stakeholders engaged in cryptocurrency trading and related financial services, highlighting the ongoing regulatory developments in this sector.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 finance, securities, investment, regulatory change, etf, ethereum, staking

💰SEC Proposes Rule Change for Franklin Ethereum ETF to Allow Staking

The SEC is reviewing a proposed rule change from Cboe BZX Exchange to allow the Franklin Ethereum ETF to engage in staking ether. This amendment aims to enhance revenue generation for the Fund and improve investor returns, adapting to the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency investments.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 trading, regulation, securities, cboe, liquidity, preferred market-makers

📈Cboe Exchange Updates Preferred Market-Maker Participation Rules

The Securities and Exchange Commission published a notice regarding a rule change by Cboe Exchange, impacting the participation entitlements of Preferred Market-Makers (PMMs). The amendment proposes a 60/40 entitlement percentage and ensures PMMs receive at least one contract if they quote at the best price, aiming to enhance liquidity and trading opportunities.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 compliance, exchange, regulation, securities, market participants, fees, testing systems

💰MIAX Sapphire Proposes New Fees for Testing Systems Access

The SEC published a notice regarding MIAX Sapphire's proposed rule change to amend its fee schedule. This includes the introduction of fees for dedicated cross connection access to the Exchange's testing systems environment, aimed at market participants. The notice seeks public comments on the implications of this fee structure.

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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 18 Mar 2025 compliance, trading, regulation, securities, financial services, cboe

📈Cboe Proposes Amendments to Compliance Rules for Trading Permit Holders

The Cboe Exchange has filed a notice for proposed rule changes concerning the supervisory reporting processes for Trading Permit Holders, aiming to align its regulations with standards set by FINRA and NYSE. The proposed amendments are focused on enhancing compliance protocols and simplifying annual reporting procedures for members participating in multiple exchanges.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 compliance, trading, regulation, securities, nasdaq ise, flex orders

📈SEC Notice on Nasdaq ISE FLEX Trading Rules Amendment

Nasdaq ISE has filed a proposed rule change to clarify the handling of FLEX orders when the auction period extends beyond market closing. The Securities and Exchange Commission invites comments on this immediate effectiveness filing, highlighting its significance for regulatory compliance and operational considerations in trading practices.

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