Notice 20 Jun 2025 sec, regulation, securities, investment, cryptocurrency, staking, ether

💰SEC Considers Rule Change for Fidelity Ethereum Fund Staking

The SEC is evaluating a proposed rule change from Cboe BZX Exchange to permit the staking of ether within the Fidelity Ethereum Fund. This assessment involves legal and policy considerations, with an emphasis on the protection of investors and the integrity of the market. The public is invited to submit comments on the proposal by July 11, 2025.

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Notice 20 Jun 2025 sec, trading, regulatory compliance, securities, reporting requirements, financial markets, cat nms plan

📈Amendment to National Market System Plan Approved by SEC

The SEC has approved an amendment to the National Market System Plan governing the Consolidated Audit Trail, modifying existing requirements for reporting verbal and electronic trading activities. This amendment aims to alleviate compliance burdens on firms while striving to maintain effective regulatory oversight in the financial markets. The changes are expected to reshape operational practices for industry participants significantly.

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Notice 20 Jun 2025 compliance, trading, regulation, securities, bitcoin, financial markets, etf, ethereum

💰Cboe BZX Proposes Rule Change for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs

The Securities and Exchange Commission is reviewing Cboe BZX's proposed rule change to amend trading regulations for the Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. The amendment seeks to permit in-kind creations and redemptions for these commodity-based trust shares, which could impact listing rules and market operations. The Commission encourages public feedback on this proposal.

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Notice 17 Jun 2025 exchange, regulation, finance, securities, investment, nasdaq, etf

📈SEC Extends Review Period for VanEck Avalanche ETF Proposal

The Securities and Exchange Commission has extended the review period for a proposed rule change regarding the listing and trading of VanEck Avalanche ETF on the Nasdaq Stock Market. This decision allows additional time to consider the implications of the proposal and any associated regulatory issues.

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Notice 17 Jun 2025 compliance, sec, regulatory changes, securities, finra, public offerings, private placements

📈FINRA Modifies Implementation Schedule of Securities Fees

The SEC published a notice regarding FINRA's proposed rule change to modify the implementation schedule for fees associated with filing documents under the securities offering rules. This adjustment aims to provide member firms and issuers additional time for budgeting and operational changes related to new fees for private placements and public offering reviews.

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Notice 17 Jun 2025 regulation, finance, securities, options trading, etfs, ethereum, invest

📈MEMX Proposal for Trading Options on Ethereum Funds

The SEC has approved MEMX LLC's proposal to allow the listing and trading of options on the Fidelity Ethereum Fund, Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETFs, and Bitwise Ethereum ETF. This change aims to enhance market efficiency and offer investors cost-effective options to gain exposure to Ethereum, facilitating broader investment strategies.

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Notice 17 Jun 2025 compliance, regulation, securities, investment companies, co-investment

📈SEC Notice for Co-Investment Application by Trinity Capital Inc.

The SEC has published a notice regarding an application from Trinity Capital Inc. and affiliates for permission to engage in joint transactions otherwise prohibited under the Investment Company Act. The notice invites stakeholder feedback and includes essential contact information and procedural details for hearings.

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Notice 17 Jun 2025 regulation, securities, investment, financial markets, etf, cryptocurrency

🪙SEC Reviews Proposed Rule for Bitwise Dogecoin ETF Listing

The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering a proposed rule change from NYSE Arca to list and trade shares of the Bitwise Dogecoin ETF. This fund aims to provide exposure to Dogecoin, with discussions open for public comment on its regulatory implications and business alignment.

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Notice 17 Jun 2025 compliance, sec, regulation, securities, financial reporting, nms

📈Proposed Amendments to Rule 605 of Regulation NMS and Business Impact

The Securities and Exchange Commission announces proposed amendments to the National Market System Plan under Rule 605 of Regulation NMS, aiming to modernize execution quality reporting. These changes will include expanded reporting for multiple entities, updated data fields, and the introduction of new summary reports to enhance market transparency and compliance.

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Notice 17 Jun 2025 compliance, sec, regulation, finance, securities, risk management, lch sa, collateral

💰LCH SA's Revised Collateral Concentration Limits Approved

The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved LCH SA's proposed rule change regarding collateral concentration limits for supranational and European agency securities. The change allows for individual limits per issuer, enhancing flexibility for clearing members while simultaneously implementing more conservative concentration guidelines per security type to mitigate risk exposure.

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