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On January 24, 2025, NYSE Arca filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Solana Trust, which deals with Solana cryptocurrency, under specific trading rules. This proposal aims to institute a new way for people to securely invest in Solana via a regulated exchange. The Grayscale Solana Trust, governed by a sponsor and custodian, is structured to prevent fraud and ensure fair pricing. The SEC is currently reviewing the proposal and seeking public comments to evaluate its compliance with regulations designed to protect investors and maintain market integrity.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has released a notice that the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. is proposing a rule change to allow the listing and trading of shares of the Canary XRP Trust under BZX Rule 14.11(e)(4). The proposal aims to list these shares, which are linked to the digital asset XRP, on a regulated exchange. The document also discusses the measures in place to prevent fraudulent activities, while ensuring investor protection by exposing U.S. investors to XRP through a regulated, exchange-traded product. The public is invited to comment on this proposal to ensure adherence to the rules governing fair and transparent markets.

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has filed a proposal to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Hedera Trust (HBAR) under Nasdaq Rule 5711(d), which governs commodity-based trust shares. The trust holds HBAR, the native token of the Hedera Network, and aims to provide investors with an easy way to gain exposure to this digital asset. The document details the trust's operation, including the issuance and redemption of shares, the pricing index associated with HBAR, and measures to prevent fraud and ensure secure trading. The proposal also discusses oversight agreements intended to prevent manipulation and ensure fair trading practices.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is introducing a new computer matching program with the Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology to verify eligibility for programs like Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These programs offer discounts on broadband and voice services to low-income individuals. The program will check if applicants are enrolled in benefits like SNAP and Medicaid, using data shared between various agencies. This verification aims to ensure only eligible individuals receive these discounts while reducing fraud.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) received a proposed rule change from NYSE Arca, Inc. to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Dogecoin Trust. This trust aims to offer a simpler way for people to invest in Dogecoin through trading shares, without directly dealing with the cryptocurrency. The process ensures transparency by using a dependable pricing index and includes several safety measures to prevent fraud and manipulation. The SEC has invited public feedback on this proposal to help decide if it should be approved.

On February 4, 2025, Nasdaq PHLX LLC filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to introduce Nasdaq Bitcoin Index Options, which will track the price of bitcoin using the CME CF Bitcoin Real Time Index. These options will be cash-settled and follow European-style exercise rules, allowing investors to receive U.S. dollars based on the difference between the current bitcoin spot market price and the option's exercise price. The proposal aims to offer investors a new, flexible way to manage their investments related to bitcoin, and it will be subject to existing Exchange trading rules, including surveillance measures to prevent fraudulent activities. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal before making a decision.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering a proposal by NYSE Arca to list and trade shares of the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund. This fund aims to invest in a portfolio of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, tracking the Bitwise 10 Large Cap Crypto Index. The SEC is seeking public comments on whether the proposal is consistent with rules designed to prevent fraud and protect investors. Interested parties can submit their views electronically or by mail by March 28, 2025.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to list and trade shares of the Bitwise XRP ETF under its Commodity-Based Trust Shares rules. The ETF aims to track the performance of XRP, a digital asset used for fast and low-cost cross-border payments. The proposal is designed to prevent fraud and manipulation while protecting investors, mirroring previous approvals for similar ETFs based on Bitcoin and Ethereum. The SEC is currently seeking public comments on this proposal before deciding on its approval.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (FINRA) intends to rescind rules related to its OTC Bulletin Board Service due to its decline in usage and replace them with stricter standards for member-operated systems that update real-time quotations for over-the-counter equity securities. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering whether to approve or disapprove this proposed rule change and invites public comments to ensure it meets legal standards aimed at preventing fraud and ensuring fair trading. Proposed changes include establishing policies to ensure reliable and accurate quotation dissemination and fair access to quoting services, among other responsibilities for member inter-dealer quotation systems.

The Bureau of the Fiscal Service, part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, is implementing new regulations under the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022. These regulations require the Treasury to provide states with information about unredeemed U.S. savings bonds to help locate their owners. However, the information can only be used for locating bond owners, not for claiming ownership through state escheatment laws, which attempt to take control of unclaimed property. The regulations also include privacy protections and prevent states from publicly sharing the information without Treasury's consent to avoid fraud and misuse.