Cboe Slaps Fees on 10Gb Super-Speed Trading Connections

2026-12163 — The Trade-Through Rule and Locked and Crossed Markets Provisions of Regulation NMS

The SEC wants to scrap some old rules that stop stocks from being traded at worse prices and prevent confusing market quotes. This change affects stock traders and exchanges, aiming to simplify trading and possibly speed things up. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until August 17, 2026, so don’t miss out!

2026-10373 — Registered Offering Reform

The SEC wants to make it easier and cheaper for more companies to sell their stocks and bonds to the public. They’re opening up special forms and benefits to more businesses, updating rules to be more modern, and cutting red tape by overriding some state rules. If you’re a company planning to raise money, these changes could speed things up and save you money, with feedback due by July 27, 2026.

2026-10222 — Enhancement of Emerging Growth Company Accommodations and Simplification of Filer Status for Reporting Companies

The SEC is making it easier for companies that report their finances by simplifying their categories into just two groups: big and small filers. Smaller companies, including emerging growth ones, will get more time to file reports and enjoy simpler rules, while big companies keep stricter standards. These changes aim to save time and money, with feedback open until July 20, 2026.

2026-07651 — Concept Release on Consolidated Audit Trail and Other Audit Trails and Data Sources

The SEC wants your thoughts on how it tracks stock market trades using the Consolidated Audit Trail and other data tools. They’re thinking about updating rules to keep up with new tech, privacy, and security needs, and to make sure the system is fair and cost-effective. If you’re involved in the stock market or data tracking, speak up by June 22, 2026!

2026-12252 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; MIAX PEARL, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Amend the MIAX Pearl Options Exchange Fee Schedule To Establish Fees for the Trade-by-Trade Report

MIAX Pearl Options Exchange is adding new fees for their Trade-by-Trade Report starting now. Traders and firms who want this detailed report will pay a monthly subscription or a fee for one-time historical data requests, with discounts if they also buy related reports. This change helps the Exchange cover costs and keeps data access clear and fair.

2026-12260 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Long-Term Stock Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing of a Proposed Rule Change To Amend its Rules Related to Market Makers

The Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) wants to update its rules for Market Makers—those who help keep trading smooth and steady. They’re adding clear definitions, setting up a new registration system, and creating fresh responsibilities for Market Makers and their traders. These changes aim to make trading fairer and more organized, with no big cost changes expected, and they’re open for public comments now.

Previous: 2025-23818 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Long-Term Stock Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Amend Exchange Rules 11.180 and Rule 14.002 To Conform With Recent Amendment to Definition of Round Lot Under Rule 600 of Regulation NMS

The Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) is updating two of its rules to match a new official definition of a 'round lot'—basically, the standard number of shares in a stock trade. This change affects traders and brokers using LTSE and takes effect immediately, with no extra costs involved. It keeps LTSE in sync with the latest market rules and helps everyone trade smoothly.

Next: 2025-23820 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc.; Order Instituting Proceedings To Determine Whether To Approve or Disapprove a Proposed Rule Change To List and Trade Shares of the GraniteShares 4x Long Russell 1000 Daily ETF and the GraniteShares 4x Short Russell 1000 Daily ETF Under Rule 14.11(f)(4) (Trust Issued Receipts)

The SEC is deciding whether to approve or reject Cboe BZX Exchange’s plan to list and trade two new GraniteShares ETFs that aim to multiply daily moves of the Russell 1000 index by 4 times—one going up and one going down. This affects investors looking for high-risk, high-reward options and could shake up trading starting early 2026. The SEC is asking for public feedback before making a final call.