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Nasdaq BX, Inc. has submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding its options pricing schedule. The proposed changes include modifications in the fees and rebates for Lead Market Makers (LMMs), aiming to increase their incentives to add liquidity to the exchange. Specifically, the proposal suggests increasing the LMM Rebate to Add Liquidity from $0.10 to $0.11 per contract and decreasing the LMM Fee to Add Liquidity from $0.39 to $0.38 per contract. These adjustments are intended to make the exchange more competitive and attractive to LMMs, ultimately benefiting all market participants through improved market interaction.

Nasdaq BX, Inc. filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission to implement a new order entry protocol called Ouch to Trade Options (OTTO). This protocol is designed to give users an alternative to existing protocols, offering features like quicker communication for order management and risk protection. It aims to enhance trading efficiency and competitive standing in the options market. The proposal also includes amendments to related rules and introduces a pricing model for using OTTO, set to be implemented by December 2025.

Nasdaq BX, Inc. has filed a notice with the Securities and Exchange Commission to increase fees for its Specialized Quote Feed (SQF) Ports and SQF Purge Ports by 10% and 9%, respectively. The proposed changes are intended to help Nasdaq BX cover costs incurred from technology upgrades and to better align with inflation rates in the industry over recent years. These fees, which were last raised in 2016 and 2018, impact Market Makers who use these ports for trading on the exchange. The proposal claims these increases are fair and ensure continued investment in technology, benefiting participants by providing enhanced trading services.

Nasdaq BX, Inc., a self-regulatory exchange, has proposed new fees for expanding its co-location services in its NY11-4 data center. These fees cover monthly charges for new "Ultra High Density Cabinets," installation fees for these and other cabinet types, and fees for power and power distribution options. The exchange justifies the fees as reasonable and consistent with market rates, offering flexible choices to customers, who may opt for third-party providers if they prefer. The Securities and Exchange Commission is accepting public comments on this proposal until December 27, 2024.

Nasdaq BX, Inc. has proposed a rule change to adjust certain exchange fees based on inflation rates. These fee adjustments, which took effect upon proposal and will become fully operative by January 1, 2025, aim to restore the real value of fees that have remained static over time, eroding in purchasing power due to inflation. The changes will occur in three phases over three years, affecting specific market data products but not all fee categories. The adjustments are calculated using the Data Processing Producer Price Index (PPI) and aim to support the Exchange's ongoing investments in its data products and services.

In a proposed rule change, Nasdaq BX, Inc. seeks to adjust the intervals between strikes for Short Term Options Series (STOS) contracts that have expiration dates more than twenty-one days from their listing date. This change aims to create a more efficient market by reducing the number of strikes for less frequently traded options, refining them based on customer demand and the stock's price. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved this proposal, as it aligns with regulations designed to improve market operations and protect investors. Public comments generally supported the proposal, with some suggestions for simplifying its implementation.