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The Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC has proposed a new rule change regarding fees for its Industry Members as part of the CAT NMS Plan, which helps oversee trading activities. These fees, named CAT Fee 2025-1, will be charged at a rate of $0.000022 per executed equivalent share and are intended to recover half the costs budgeted for 2025. This proposal was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and became effective immediately, with the first invoices expected in February 2025. The public is invited to submit comments on this proposed change by February 6, 2025.

Nasdaq PHLX LLC proposed a rule change to amend Options 8, Section 22, which deals with options transactions on the trading floor. This change involves relocating certain rule text without changing the requirements, and updating citations in another section to match these amendments. The rule change became effective immediately after filing, as it does not significantly impact investor protection or competition. The Securities and Exchange Commission is inviting public comments on whether this proposed change is appropriate.

The Investors Exchange LLC has proposed a new rule regarding the pricing of transactions for securities priced under $1.00. The proposed changes include offering a rebate of 0.15% for orders adding liquidity and raising the fee to 0.15% for orders removing liquidity. These changes are set to be effective immediately and operational by January 1, 2025. The Securities and Exchange Commission is inviting public comments on these proposed changes until January 29, 2025.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has received a proposal from NYSE Arca, Inc. to amend certain rules to allow the listing and trading of options on specific Ethereum-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs), such as the Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF, Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust ETF, and Bitwise Ethereum ETF. This proposal aims to offer investors a straightforward way to gain exposure to Ethereum through the securities market without dealing directly with cryptocurrency. The SEC's notice seeks public comments and explains how these options will be managed, including details about position and exercise limits set to prevent market manipulation. The proposed rule change aims to enhance market competitiveness and transparency by providing investors with an additional, cost-effective way to invest in Ethereum-based ETFs.

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that the National Securities Clearing Corporation (NSCC) has proposed changes to its Operational Risk Management Framework. These updates include reflecting recent name changes within its organizational groups and clarifying some existing sections for better understanding. The changes are designed to improve the framework without impacting the competitiveness of the clearing agency. Public comments on these proposals can be submitted to the SEC until January 16, 2025.

Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc. proposed a rule change to allow users to use Match Trade Prevention when entering Periodic Auction Orders. This proposal was initially filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on June 6, 2024, and further modified by an amendment on September 18, 2024. The proposed change aimed to adjust how trades are processed on the exchange platform. However, on January 8, 2025, Cboe BYX withdrew the proposed rule change.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing a proposed rule change from Cboe Exchange, Inc.. This rule change seeks to introduce Qualified Contingent Cross Orders for FLEX option trading. The SEC has extended its deadline to make a decision on whether to approve or disapprove the proposal until April 17, 2021. This extension allows the SEC more time to consider the proposal in detail, particularly after Cboe Exchange submitted two amendments modifying the original rule change.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced that the NYSE Chicago, Inc. filed a proposed change to its rules on December 3, 2024. This change aims to clarify how a broker-dealer can become or stay a member of the Exchange even if they have a statutory disqualification. The proposed amendments align NYSE Chicago's rules with those of other exchanges and SEC regulations, focusing on maintaining fairness and investor protection while allowing organizations time to seek resolution for disqualifications. The change will become effective without a 30-day waiting period, as the SEC considers it necessary for an ongoing urgent situation involving a firm currently seeking relief from such a disqualification.

The New York Stock Exchange LLC has proposed a rule change to Rule 7.32 regarding order entry size limitations for Issuer Direct Offering (IDO) Orders. This change would allow the Exchange to accept IDO Orders without applying the usual size limits. The proposal is designed to ensure that IDO Orders can meet the quantity requirements outlined in the issuer's prospectus, as required by Rule 7.31(c)(1)(D)(iii). The Securities and Exchange Commission is inviting comments on this proposal, which has taken immediate effect while still allowing for a review period.

Cboe EDGA Exchange, Inc. proposed a rule change to increase the monthly fee for a 10-gigabit physical port from $7,500 to $8,500. This change is intended to help maintain and improve the exchange's market technology, and it aligns with fees charged by other exchanges. The exchange also highlighted its significant investments in upgrading its systems and accommodating new data centers as a reason for the fee increase, which they believe is reasonable given the inflation and enhancements in service quality. The Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public comments on this proposal.