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Review of NPO Registration and ZCZP Minimum Subscription Requirements

SEBI has reviewed and amended requirements for Not for Profit Organization registration on the Social Stock Exchange and the minimum subscription requirement for issuance of Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments. The amendments affect NPOs seeking to raise funds through the Social Stock Exchange platform and issuers of ZCZP instruments. Circular No. HO/49/14/(10)2026-CFD-POD1/I/9380/2026 specifies the updated compliance requirements.

Taliban Entities Amended on UN Sanctions List

The UN Security Council Committee pursuant to Resolution 1988 concerning the Taliban has enacted amendments to three entries on its Consolidated List: Khalil Ahmed HAQQANI (TAi.150), Abdul Rauf ZAKIR (TAi.164), and HAJI KHAIRULLAH HAJI SATTAR MONEY EXCHANGE (TAe.010). The changes are automatically effective in the UK under the Afghanistan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 and given effect within Guernsey under the Sanctions (Implementation of UK Regimes) (Bailiwick of Guernsey) (Brexit) Regulations, 2020.

Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company

The Federal Reserve published a notice on change in bank control notices regarding acquisitions of shares of banks or bank holding companies. The document (91 FR 20456) outlines the process and requirements for filing notices under the Bank Control Act. This is a 1-page Federal Register notice providing regulatory guidance on share acquisitions requiring Federal Reserve review.

NH Banking Dept Launches Budgeting Video for Young Adults

The New Hampshire Banking Department has created a budgeting video for young adults as part of Financial Empowerment Month. The video features James Kelleher, a university student from New Hampshire, and is aimed at high school and college-aged young adults. The Department also maintains a repository of financial education resources covering topics such as credit cards, loans, scams, and budgeting.

FMA Settles IPO Proceeding with CBL Corporation

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has reached a full and final settlement with CBL Corporation Limited (in liquidation) resolving claims related to its 2015 Initial Public Offering. CBL listed on the NZX in October 2015 and collapsed in February 2018 when it was valued at $750 million. A pecuniary penalty hearing will proceed before the High Court.

Agency Information Collection Activities Proposed Collection Comment Request Extension Schedule TO

The SEC has published a notice in the Federal Register (91 FR 20542, Document No. 2026-07433) seeking public comments on extending OMB Control No. 3235-0515, the information collection requirements for Schedule TO tender offer filings under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Schedule TO is used by offerors to report tender offer transactions. The notice is part of the agency's routine paperwork extension process.

SEC Proposes Extension of OMB Approval for Form 5 Annual Statement of Beneficial Ownership

The SEC has published a notice in the Federal Register (91 FR 20527, Document No. 2026-07432) seeking public comment on extending the Office of Management and Budget's approval of the information collection requirements for Form 5, the Annual Statement of Beneficial Ownership. Form 5 is used by officers, directors, and 10% beneficial owners to report securities transactions and holdings under Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The notice announces the third-year extension of the existing OMB control number 3235-0362.

MIAX Sapphire Proposes Crypto Trust Options Listing Criteria

The SEC published notice that MIAX Sapphire, LLC filed a proposed rule change to amend Exchange Rule 402 (Criteria for Underlying Securities) and Exchange Rule 403 (Withdrawal of Approval of Underlying Securities). The proposal would establish listing criteria and withdrawal standards for options on commodity-based trusts holding multiple crypto assets. The SEC is seeking public comment on the proposed rule change.

MIAX PEARL Proposes Rule Change for Options on Commodity-Based Crypto Trusts

The SEC published a notice of a proposed rule change by MIAX PEARL, LLC (File No. SR-PEARL-2026-15) to amend Exchange Rule 402 and Rule 403. The proposal would establish listing criteria and withdrawal standards for options on commodity-based trusts holding multiple crypto assets. The exchange seeks public comment on the proposed framework.

Miami Exchange Rule Change Crypto Trust Options Listing

SEC published notice of Miami International Securities Exchange's proposed rule change to amend Exchange Rules 402 and 403 to establish listing criteria and withdrawal standards for options on commodity-based trusts holding multiple crypto assets. The proposal, designated SR-MIAX-2026-13, seeks public comment on standards for approving and maintaining these novel derivative products on a national securities exchange. Affected parties including broker-dealers and investors should monitor this proceeding as the standards established may set precedent for future crypto-related securities products.