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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a new rule proposal from MIAX Sapphire, LLC regarding fees for connectivity and port services. MIAX Sapphire plans to implement fees for network connections and ports, including a waiver period to incentivize participation, after which full fees will apply. The proposed fees aim to cover the costs of providing these services, with some services offered at a loss to attract market participants. The SEC is inviting public comments on these proposed changes.

The Cboe EDGX Exchange, Inc. proposed a rule change to update its fee schedule by removing certain routing fee codes (8, K, and MX) due to minimal usage. This change means these orders will now fall under the standard routing fees, making the system more efficient. The exchange operates in a competitive market where participants can choose other venues if they find fee levels too high. The proposed change aims to promote competition without imposing unfair burdens on any members.

Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to remove two specific routing fee codes from its fee schedule due to minimal usage. These fee codes, known as fee code 8 and MX, applied to orders routed to the NYSE American exchange. The change means these orders will now be charged a standard routing fee instead. The proposal aims to simplify the fee structure for routed orders and is consistent with similar descriptions used by Cboe’s affiliated exchanges. The Securities and Exchange Commission has invited public comments on this proposed rule change.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced a rule change proposed by The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC. This change involves modifying the Options Regulatory Fee (ORF) by decreasing it from $0.0016 to $0.0014 per contract side, starting from November 1, 2024, until December 31, 2024, to ensure that the revenue from this fee does not exceed the costs associated with regulatory responsibilities. From January 1, 2025, Nasdaq plans to introduce a new method of assessing ORF, which will exclude proprietary product transactions and focus on clearing transactions across various participant types, while adopting different rates for trades executed on Nasdaq and non-Nasdaq exchanges. This new approach aims to cover a material portion of regulatory costs without generating excessive revenue and is set to conclude on July 1, 2025, when the original rates and structure will be reinstated unless further reviewed.

This document from the Securities and Exchange Commission outlines a proposed rule change by MIAX PEARL, LLC regarding its fee schedule for network connectivity. MIAX PEARL plans to raise the monthly network connectivity fees for its 10 gigabit ultra-low latency (ULL) connections from $9,300 to $10,000 for both members and non-members. The Exchange argues that these fees are necessary to cover the costs of maintaining its network infrastructure and that the change is reasonable and fair. The SEC is seeking comments on this proposal to ensure transparency and fairness in the setting of fees.

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC is proposing to change the credits they offer for certain stock transactions. Currently, there's a credit of $0.0030 per share for members providing substantial liquidity, but Nasdaq wants to add a new, slightly lower credit of $0.00295 per share for members meeting less strict volume requirements. This is meant to encourage more trading activity and improve the quality of the market by providing incentives for adding liquidity, especially in securities not listed on Nasdaq or NYSE. The changes are designed to be competitive and fair, with the understanding that participants dissatisfied with the credits can choose to trade elsewhere.

The NYSE Chicago is proposing changes to its Fee Schedule involving fees and credits for single-sided orders. Previously, there was a $0.0010 fee per share for both removing and providing liquidity. The new plan proposes changing the fee for removing liquidity to $0.0030 per share, while offering credits of $0.0029 and $0.0014 per share for orders that add displayed and non-displayed liquidity, respectively. These changes aim to encourage more participants to contribute liquidity, enhancing trading activities and benefiting all market participants. The Securities and Exchange Commission is accepting comments on this proposed rule change.

Nasdaq GEMX, LLC has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to introduce new fees for its expanded co-location services. These services allow clients to place their computers and hardware within Nasdaq's data center to access trading data more efficiently. The proposal includes fees for a new type of computer cabinet called the Ultra High Density Cabinet and installation fees for both cabinets and power distribution units in a newly expanded section of their data center. This proposal aims to improve service and accommodate growing demand while ensuring that fees remain fair and consistent with market standards.

The Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc. filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission to amend its fee schedule, specifically regarding the use of Dedicated Cores. Dedicated Cores offer users full CPU processing power, which can improve trading performance, and are available on a voluntary basis. The Exchange plans to charge progressively higher fees based on the number of Dedicated Cores a user purchases beyond the initial two, which are free. The proposal also increases the overall cap on the number of Dedicated Cores a member can have to better meet demand while maintaining fairness in allocation due to physical space constraints.

The Investors Exchange LLC (IEX) has proposed a new rule to allow odd lot orders (orders for less than 100 shares) to be displayed and to aggregate them to form a protected quotation. This change aims to make odd lot orders visible, giving them higher execution priority and aligning IEX's rules with other securities exchanges. The proposal is considered non-controversial and does not foresee any significant impact on competition or investor protections. The rule intends to increase liquidity and enhance price discovery on the exchange, benefiting all market participants.