Notice 13 Feb 2025 options, cryptocurrency, securities, trading, financial instruments, regulation

💹SEC Extends Review Period for Grayscale Bitcoin Trust FLEX Options

The SEC has designated a longer review period for a proposed rule change that would allow FLEX options on shares of the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust. Originally filed by NYSE American LLC, the extension aims to give the Commission sufficient time to evaluate the implications of this potential addition to the trading landscape.

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Notice 13 Feb 2025 bond market, securities, investment, trading, regulation

📈SEC Extends Review Period for BondBloxx Private Credit Trust Rule Change

The SEC announced a longer review period for the proposed rule change by Cboe BZX Exchange to facilitate the listing and trading of the BondBloxx Private Credit Trust. This extension allows the Commission additional time to assess the implications of the proposed investment product on the market.

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Notice 12 Feb 2025 securities, financial services, investment, compliance, regulation

📈SEC Notice on Exemption for Venerable Investment Advisers

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding an application from Venerable Variable Insurance Trust and Venerable Investment Advisers, LLC. The application seeks exemption from specific regulations which would facilitate the amendment of subadvisory agreements without needing shareholder approval, thus reducing compliance burdens for the firm.

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Notice 12 Feb 2025 finance, securities, sec, investment, regulation

📈SEC Notice on Exemption for Investment Companies

The SEC issued a notice regarding an application from SEG Partners Long/Short Equity Fund and Select Equity Group, L.P. for exemptions that would permit registered investment companies to issue multiple classes of shares and impose specific fees. Interested parties can request a hearing or notify the SEC of their interest in the application.

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Notice 12 Feb 2025 securities, cryptocurrency, digital assets, investment, nyse, solana, compliance, regulation, grayscale

📈SEC Notice on Grayscale Solana Trust Rule Change

The SEC has published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by NYSE Arca to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Solana Trust as commodity-based trust shares. This move aims to establish a regulated trading framework for cryptocurrency investments, presenting new opportunities for market participation among investors.

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Notice 12 Feb 2025 securities, options trading, trading floor, exchange, miami, fines, regulatory changes, compliance

⚖️MIAX Sapphire Proposes New Fines for Minor Regulatory Violations

MIAX Sapphire is seeking to implement amendments to Exchange Rule 1014 concerning the imposition of fines for minor rule violations on its Trading Floor. The proposed changes underscore the need for compliance with updated trading conduct rules while promoting orderly market operations within the exchange framework.

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Notice 11 Feb 2025 regulation, nasdaq, securities, trading, options trading, executive compensation

💰Nasdaq BX Proposes Rule Change on Options Trading Rebates

The Securities and Exchange Commission published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by Nasdaq BX, Inc. to amend its pricing schedule for options. This change focuses on modifying rebates for contracts generating order exposure alerts, with the aim to enhance trading dynamics and economic activities within the exchange. Interested stakeholders are invited to submit comments regarding the proposal.

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Notice 11 Feb 2025 market fees, securities, trading, regulations, financial services

💰Regulation Update

The SEC has published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by the Investors Exchange LLC to amend its fee schedule by introducing a new rebate tier and revising fees for transactions priced above $1.00. The proposal aims for immediate effectiveness, and the Commission invites public comments.

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Notice 11 Feb 2025 options clearing, securities, financial regulation, margin, compliance, risk management

📈Margin Add-On Charge Proposed by Options Clearing Corporation

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding a proposed rule change by the Options Clearing Corporation to establish a margin add-on charge. This measure aims to mitigate risks associated with intraday and overnight trading, particularly focusing on the trading of short-dated options. The proposal includes various amendments addressing industry feedback and regulatory standards.

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Notice 10 Feb 2025 regulation, trading, securities, finance, nasdaq, compliance

📈Nasdaq Approves New Rule for Halt Auction Processes

The Nasdaq Stock Market is implementing new regulations to enhance trading halt processes, establishing price protections and modifying auction procedures. These changes aim to ensure that securities are appropriately priced during trading halts, improve price discovery, and maintain market integrity through enhanced mechanisms consistent with current practices for LULD and MWCB halts.

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