Notice 19 Feb 2025 regulations, securities, financial services, options trading, market makers

📈SEC Notice on Changes to MIAX Options Fee Schedule

The SEC has published a notice regarding the Miami International Securities Exchange's proposed amendment to its Fee Schedule, specifically the removal of fees and the termination of the Market Maker Incentive Program for SPIKES options. The changes are slated to take effect on February 1, 2025, following immediate effectiveness designation. The SEC is soliciting public comment on the proposed rule change.

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Notice 19 Feb 2025 compliance, sec, trading, regulation, securities, consolidated audit trail

📊SEC Proposes Amendment to Consolidated Audit Trail Reporting

The SEC issued a notice regarding a proposed amendment to the National Market System Plan governing the Consolidated Audit Trail. This amendment pertains to the reporting of verbal activity and aims to enhance transparency and regulatory compliance among participating exchanges and financial institutions. The Commission has extended the review period for the amendment to ensure thorough consideration.

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Notice 19 Feb 2025 exchange, regulations, securities, financial services, fees, nasdaq, options trading, rebates

💰Proposed Rule Change Affecting Options Fees and Rebates

The SEC has published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by Nasdaq PHLX LLC to amend its pricing schedule for options trading. This includes new fees and rebates related to executing trades in SPY options and stock-option orders, aiming to enhance market efficiencies and participant engagement. Comments on the proposed changes are invited from interested parties.

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Notice 19 Feb 2025 exchange, securities, investment, financial regulation, multi-class etfs

📈Cboe BZX's Proposal for Multi-Class ETF Shares Listing

The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering a proposed rule change from Cboe BZX Exchange that would permit the generic listing and trading of Multi-Class ETF Shares. This change aims to streamline the process of listing such shares upon receiving exemptive relief, promoting a diverse financial market and potentially benefiting investors.

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Rule 18 Feb 2025 compliance, sec, regulations, securities, electronic filing, administrative practice and procedure, reporting and recordkeeping requirements, financial statements, business reporting

📜Technical Amendments to SEC Rules

The Securities and Exchange Commission ("Commission") is adopting technical amendments to various rules and forms under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These amendments correct errors that are technical in nature, including typographical errors and erroneous cross-references in various Commission rules and forms.

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Notice 18 Feb 2025 compliance, exchange, regulation, securities, etf, solana, cryptocurrencies

🪙Bitwise Solana ETF

The SEC has published a notice regarding the proposed rule change to list and trade shares of the Bitwise Solana ETF under BZX Rule 14.11(e)(4), addressing regulatory compliance and investor protection issues associated with cryptocurrency trading on national exchanges. This development highlights the evolving landscape of digital asset regulation and market access.

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Notice 18 Feb 2025 regulation, securities, nyse, cash sales, shareholder approval

📈NYSE American Proposes Rule Change on Cash Sales and Shareholder Approval

The NYSE American LLC has proposed a rule change to amend Section 713 of its Company Guide. The change aims to redefine the pricing test for cash sales of securities that qualify for exemption from shareholder approval, clarifying that only cash sales at or above a newly defined minimum price will meet this exemption criteria.

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Notice 18 Feb 2025 compliance, sec, regulation, securities, financial services, legal

🔒SEC Closed Meeting Notification

The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a closed meeting on critical regulatory issues, including discussions on injunctive actions and administrative proceedings. Such meetings may lead to significant decisions impacting businesses linked to compliance and enforcement actions, with potential repercussions in the financial sector and beyond.

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Notice 18 Feb 2025 compliance, trading, exchange, regulation, finance, securities

📈SEC Reviews NYSE Arca's Proposed Selective Midpoint Order Change

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding NYSE Arca's proposed rule change to amend its trading practices with the introduction of the Selective Midpoint Order. This change, currently under review, aims to enhance trading efficiency and market structure, and public comments are being collected for consideration.

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Notice 13 Feb 2025 financial regulation, cryptocurrency, securities, business, investment, trading, ethereum

📈SEC Notice on Proposed Ethereum Options Trading Rule Change

The SEC has issued a notice regarding a proposed rule change by NYSE American LLC to permit the listing and trading of options on the Bitwise Ethereum ETF and Grayscale Ethereum Trust products. Following public comments and an amendment to narrow the scope, the Commission is set to decide on its approval or disapproval.

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