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CME Securities Clearing, Inc. (CMESC) is seeking to register as a clearing agency with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. If registered, CMESC would provide central counterparty clearing services for transactions involving U.S. Treasury securities and related agreements. The application details CMESC’s structure, including its board and risk management framework, and outlines its plans for ensuring financial stability and resilience. The Commission is requesting public comments on whether the application meets the requirements of the Exchange Act.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced Rule 17Ad-24, which exempts certain activities of registered security-based swap dealers, execution facilities, and individuals engaged in minimal dealing activity from being classified as a "clearing agency" under the Securities Exchange Act. This exemption aims to prevent unnecessary regulatory overlaps and burdens, ensuring that only activities posing significant risks are subjected to clearing agency requirements. By doing so, the SEC seeks to foster efficiency, competition, and capital formation in the security-based swap market without compromising investor protection and financial stability.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is inviting comments from the public and federal agencies on a proposed information collection related to deposit insurance awareness. This initiative is part of the FDIC's responsibilities under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They will conduct a survey to evaluate public awareness and understanding of deposit insurance and its effects on financial decisions. The survey aims to gather input that will help enhance the FDIC's communication, education, and outreach efforts, ensuring the financial system's stability and public confidence.

The proposed rule requires banking organizations to notify their primary federal regulator within 36 hours of determining in good faith that a "computer-security incident" has occurred that could cause significant disruptions to operations. A "notification incident" is an incident deemed serious enough to impact banking services or financial stability. Additionally, bank service providers must alert at least two individuals at affected banking organization customers immediately upon experiencing a significant disruption lasting four or more hours. This rule aims to ensure timely and effective responses to potential cybersecurity threats impacting the banking sector.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation have finalized a rule called the Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR). This rule is designed to ensure large banking organizations maintain stable funding over a one-year period to support their various financial activities. By requiring stable funding, the rule aims to reduce liquidity risks, ensuring banks can continue to operate smoothly even in challenging economic conditions. This rule applies to large U.S. banks and some foreign banks with significant assets, enhancing the overall stability of the financial system.

ICE Clear Credit LLC (ICC) has filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to update its Treasury Operations Policies and Procedures. The main purpose is to formally document their intraday margin call procedures, which are important for managing cash and collateral to ensure financial stability in volatile market conditions. These changes aim to enhance transparency without altering current practices, aligning with SEC regulations that require a risk-based margin system. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal.

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) has proposed a rule change to adjust its fee schedule, specifically focusing on the Operational Loss Fee, to ensure it aligns with their Capital Management Policy. This change aims to enable the OCC to replenish its capital efficiently if their equity falls below a certain level. The updated fee structure would see clearing members potentially share the cost if OCC's assets drop below required thresholds, with the aim of maintaining stability and fulfilling their obligations. The OCC believes this adjustment is fair and necessary to support their Recovery and Orderly Wind-Down Plan, complying with regulatory requirements.

The Federal Reserve Board has announced the 2024 global indicator amounts used to determine risk-based capital surcharges for bank holding companies considered globally significant. These surcharges are calculated using a formula that considers various factors like size and interconnectedness. The Board uses data collected by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision and converts these figures from euros to U.S. dollars for their calculations. The notice provides a methodology for identifying such banks based on their potential impact on the financial system.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved a rule change by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) that restricts certain companies from using reverse stock splits to continue being listed on the exchange. This new rule targets companies that repeatedly use reverse stock splits, especially if they have done so in the past year or have a significant reverse split history in the last two years. The SEC believes this rule will help protect investors by ensuring that companies listed on the exchange are financially stable and suitable for continuing public trading. Companies can still appeal if they are delisted due to these new rules.

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) has filed a proposal to increase its clearing fees with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), effective January 1, 2025. This change will increase the per contract clearing fee from $0.02 to $0.025 and eliminate the $55.00 per transaction fee for larger transactions, moving to a single fee structure regardless of transaction size. The OCC aims to address anticipated financial needs due to factors like inflation and lower interest incomes while ensuring equitable and reasonable costs for its services. The fee change aligns with maintaining OCC's financial stability and regulatory compliance.