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On October 15, 2024, NYSE Arca, Inc. submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to introduce a new rule for listing and trading investment interests based on commodities and digital assets, as well as shares of the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund LLC. The SEC has decided to extend its review period beyond the initial 45-day window ending on December 19, 2024, to ensure it has adequate time to assess the proposal. The final decision will be announced by February 2, 2025. No comments on the proposal have been received from the public.

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, plans to host seven regional meetings between February and May 2025. These meetings are designed to help grantees of various broadband grant programs, including those aimed at increasing digital equity and broadband access in underserved communities. Each event will end with a regional roundtable where the public can discuss the impact of these programs and strategies for long-term sustainability. The sessions will feature experts from government, academia, and industry and invite both public and private stakeholders to collaborate on making technology accessible to all residents.

The State Department is hosting a public meeting on May 14, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (ET) via WebEx. This meeting is organized by the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy's International Information and Communications Policy division. The purpose is to update stakeholders on past and future international activities regarding digital policy and technology standards, including involvement with global organizations like the International Telecommunication Union and the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation. There will also be a chance for public comment during the meeting.

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.

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 Copyright Royalty Judges are proposing new regulations for the digital performance of sound recordings and making transient copies by new subscription services for the years 2026 to 2030. These regulations will determine how royalty rates are calculated for music services provided as part of TV packages, like cable or satellite, with a key change being the annual adjustment of fees based on inflation. Interested parties can comment or object to these proposed rules by January 21, 2025. Additionally, the changes incorporate the existing framework but include some updates, such as using proxy data to distribute royalties when licensees fail to report use data.

On February 10, 2025, NYSE Arca, Inc. submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Cardano Trust (ADA) under the exchange's commodity-based trust regulations. This proposal, updated by a second amendment on February 20, 2025, outlines the purpose and operation of the trust, emphasizing the roles of entities like Grayscale Investments and Coinbase Custody. The Cardano Trust functions by holding Cardano (ADA) digital assets and is designed as a cost-effective way for investors to gain exposure to ADA without holding the asset directly. The proposal includes details on the Cardano network, the trust's operation, rules for creating and redeeming trust shares, and the security protocols for storing digital asset keys.

NYSE Arca, Inc. has proposed a rule change to allow for the listing and trading of shares of the Grayscale Litecoin Trust under its new rule, 8.201-E, which covers Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This proposal aims to turn the Grayscale Litecoin Trust into an exchange-traded product, making it easier for investors to gain exposure to Litecoin (LTC) on a regulated exchange. The Trust currently holds about $215.4 million worth of LTC and is the largest LTC investment fund, which allows investors to engage without directly purchasing the cryptocurrency. The Securities and Exchange Commission is soliciting public feedback on the proposed rule change.

On January 30, 2025, NYSE Arca, Inc. proposed a rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade shares of the Grayscale XRP Trust as a commodity-based trust share on the NYSE Arca. The Trust's main goal is to offer investors a way to gain investment exposure to XRP, a digital asset, on a regulated exchange. The Trust operates without active management and holds XRP, allowing investors to avoid the complexities of purchasing and securing XRP directly. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal and will decide whether to approve it within 45 to 90 days.

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.