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In a document published by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) proposed adding IntelligentCross as a new entrant to the Alternative Display Facility (ADF). This proposal includes modifications to IntelligentCross's ASPEN Fee/Fee matching model, updating its match priority criteria to align more closely with other trading venues. The changes aim to simplify the matching process and ensure fairer execution of trades by prioritizing orders based on price, display type, and the time of receipt. The SEC has opened the proposal for public comment to gather opinions from interested parties.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from Patton Mining LLC requesting a change to a current safety standard for their equipment used at the Deer Run Mine in Illinois. The existing rule requires all wheels of nonpermissible diesel-powered equipment to have working brakes. The company wants permission to operate a grader without front brakes, proposing alternatives to ensure safety, including limiting its speed and adjusting training for operators. MSHA invites public comments on this proposal until March 26, 2021.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a proposed arms sale to Japan, detailing plans to supply 44 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II Tactical Missiles and 29 training missiles, among other logistical and technical support. The sale, valued at $59.03 million, aims to bolster U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives by strengthening Japan’s defense capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. The principal contractor for this deal is RTX Corporation, and the necessary measures are in place to protect the sensitive technology involved. This sale will not affect the U.S. defense readiness.

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Illinois State Museum has identified human remains and funerary objects linked to the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation, North Dakota. At least four individuals' remains and various funerary objects were found to have been collected from sites in South Dakota and North Dakota. The museum plans to repatriate these remains and objects from April 16, 2025, onwards. Requests for repatriation can be made by the identified Indian Tribes or others who can prove cultural affiliation or descent.

The Department of Justice has issued a final rule to implement Executive Order 14117, which aims to prevent certain countries or individuals from accessing sensitive personal and government-related data of Americans. This rule identifies specific data transactions that are either prohibited or restricted due to national security risks posed by foreign interests. The regulation outlines prohibited data transactions and establishes procedures to authorize or restrict them through licensing. It aims to protect U.S. national security by limiting access to sensitive data by countries considered to be a threat.

The Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to allow the Fidelity Ethereum Fund to stake ether, the cryptocurrency of the Ethereum network. Staking involves holding and locking ether in the blockchain to support operations like validating transactions and securing the network; in return, participants may earn rewards. This proposal is intended to help the fund offer better returns to investors by allowing for staking rewards, which can also enhance the Ethereum blockchain's security and functionality. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposed rule change.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a notification about a proposed arms sale to Kosovo, involving $75 million worth of Javelin missiles and launch units. This sale is intended to enhance Kosovo's defense capabilities and support U.S. foreign policy goals by promoting stability in Europe. The sale includes 246 Javelin missiles, 24 launch units, and various training and logistical support elements. The weapons system features advanced technology, such as fire-and-forget capability and is considered highly effective against armored targets. The DoD assures that this transaction will not negatively impact U.S. defense readiness.

The Department of Defense has issued a notice regarding a proposed arms sale to Romania, which involves the purchase of 263 Javelin missiles and 26 Javelin launch units, among other support equipment and services, valued at $80 million. This sale aims to boost Romania's defense capabilities as a NATO ally and align with U.S. foreign policy and national security interests. The sale includes sensitive technology, but Romania has been deemed capable of safeguarding this technology adequately. The prime contractors for this sale are Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.

Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to allow the staking of Ether for the 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF. Staking allows the cryptocurrency, Ether, to earn rewards by participating in the Ethereum network's validation process. This proposal aims to enhance the returns for the ETF's investors without creating additional risk from the custody perspective, as the staked Ether will remain secure. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal by March 18, 2025, before making a decision.

Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to allow the Franklin Crypto Index ETF to stake ether, the cryptocurrency of the Ethereum network. Staking involves locking ether to help validate transactions on the Ethereum blockchain, which can result in earning additional ether as rewards. This change is expected to make the ETF more efficient by allowing it to generate more returns for its investors, similar to how dividends work with traditional stocks. The proposal notes that this activity will not impact competition and invites public comments before the SEC finalizes its decision.