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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that LCH SA, a clearing agency, has proposed changes to its CDSClear fee grid for commercial air conditioning and heating equipment. The adjustments include increasing the annual fixed fee for General Members and altering fees for both General and Select Members under different conditions. Additionally, LCH SA introduces new fee structures for Options clearing services, aiming to make options clearing more attractive and equitable for all parties involved. The SEC invites comments from the public on these proposed changes.

The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering a proposed rule change by the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC) to introduce an Intraday Mark-to-Market Charge for its Government Securities Division. This change aims to manage risks that occur when the value of a member's portfolio changes significantly during the day. If these changes reach a certain threshold, FICC will charge members to cover the potential risks, helping to safeguard the financial system. Public comments on this proposal are being solicited before any decision is made.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System has decided to extend the use of the Complex Institution Liquidity Monitoring Report (FR 2052a) for another three years without making any changes. This report collects important data from large banking organizations to help the Board monitor their liquidity risks and compliance with financial regulations. The information collected is used to assess potential liquidity problems and ensure safe banking operations. Public comments were invited on this decision, but none were received.

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a temporary order and notice regarding an application from The Toronto-Dominion Bank and others for exemption from certain provisions of the Investment Company Act due to guilty pleas by TD Bank US Holding Company and TD Bank, N.A., related to anti-money laundering failures. The application seeks to exempt Epoch Investment Partners and other affiliated entities from disqualification rules that would negatively impact their ability to provide investment services to funds. The applicants argue that the misconduct was limited to certain entities and didn't involve Epoch, and they have taken steps to improve compliance practices. The temporary order allows them to continue services until a decision on a permanent order is made.

MEMX LLC has proposed changes to its fee schedule, which were filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The changes include increasing rebates for certain orders that add liquidity and increasing fees for orders that remove liquidity. The aim is to attract more orders to the MEMX exchange by offering competitive pricing. This proposal is publicly available for comments, allowing interested parties to share their views on the changes.

MIAX Sapphire, LLC, a self-regulatory organization, has proposed changes to its fee schedule for three specific market data feeds: MIAX Sapphire Top of Market, MIAX Sapphire Complex Top of Market, and MIAX Sapphire Liquidity Feed. These fees will initially be waived for six months to encourage market participation. The proposed fees are structured to cover the costs associated with providing these data feeds and are intended to be competitive with fees charged by other exchanges for similar services. The proposal maintains that the fees are fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory, applying consistently to all subscribers based on their use and distribution of the data.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has received a proposal from Cboe Exchange, Inc. to amend certain rules, allowing them to list and trade options on three Ethereum-based ETFs: the Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF, Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust ETF, and Bitwise Ethereum ETF. The proposal includes changes to rules about the criteria for underlying securities, as well as position and exercise limits for these options, which are based on the number of shares and trading volume. The goal is to provide investors with a new tool for managing risks associated with investments in Ethereum. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal to consider its compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has proposed a rule change to eliminate the cap on the fee discount provided to certain investment management entities and their eligible portfolio companies. Previously, there was a maximum limit on the discount, which created unequal fee outcomes for similar companies. By removing this cap, all qualifying companies will uniformly receive a 50% annual fee discount without a maximum limit, promoting fairness and consistency. The change is expected to have minimal impact on overall competition, as only a small percentage of companies qualify for this discount.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing a proposed rule change by the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC) regarding the calculation of the "Minimum Margin Amount" for its Mortgage-Backed Securities Division (MBSD). This new calculation aims to ensure adequate collection of margin from members, especially during times of market volatility, by adjusting based on historical price movements. The SEC is seeking comments from the public to help decide whether to approve or disapprove the proposed rule change. The proceedings are being held to consider the legal and policy implications of the change and its alignment with existing financial regulations.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that Nasdaq PHLX LLC has proposed a new rule to allow the listing and trading of options based on 1/100th of the Nasdaq-100 Index, known as Nasdaq 100 Micro Index Options (XND). These micro options are designed to offer more affordable opportunities for retail investors interested in trading options on the Nasdaq-100 Index. Similar to existing options, XND options will be European-style and cash-settled, but will require less capital, making them more accessible. The SEC is soliciting public comments on this proposed rule change before making a final decision.