FDA Proposes Reclassifying TB Immunity Tests to Class II

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed reclassifying certain Mycobacterium tuberculosis cell-mediated immunity tests and immune response enzyme-linked immunospot tests from Class III to Class II. This reclassification would subject these diagnostic tests to less stringent regulatory controls.

Safety Standard for Portable Hook-On Chairs

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a direct final rule establishing a safety standard for portable hook-on chairs. This rule aims to enhance product safety for consumers, particularly young children. The final rule is effective upon publication, with a comment period closing on April 29, 2026.

Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6272 (Character of Quotations)

FINRA has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to amend FINRA Rule 6272 concerning the Character of Quotations. This amendment aims to modify the operation of the Alternative Display Facility (ADF) to align with new requirements from SEC Regulation NMS regarding the dissemination of odd-lot quotation information.

Mindfulness-Based Yoga in Schizophrenia Clinical Trial

ClinicalTrials.gov has registered a new study titled 'Mindfulness-Based Yoga in Schizophrenia Clinical Trial' (NCT07497516). This notice serves to inform the public and relevant healthcare professionals about the initiation of this research study.

Registry of clinical studies worldwide

ClinicalTrials.gov has announced the registry of clinical studies worldwide, providing a central platform for information on global research. This update aims to enhance transparency and accessibility of clinical trial data for researchers and the public.

Clinical Trial NCT07497412: Airway Therapy, Blood Pressure, Obstructive Sleep Apnea

ClinicalTrials.gov has registered a new study, NCT07497412, investigating airway therapy for blood pressure and obstructive sleep apnea. This registration provides public information about the study's design and objectives.

ClinicalTrials.gov Study NCT07495839 Details Available

ClinicalTrials.gov has announced that details for study NCT07495839 are now available on their platform. This notice serves to inform researchers and the public about the availability of new study information.

ClinicalTrials.gov Study NCT07496645: Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Aphasia

ClinicalTrials.gov has registered a new study, NCT07496645, investigating the use of transcranial direct current stimulation for aphasia. This registration provides public information about the study's design, objectives, and participating sites.

SWIFT Framework Transforms Consumer Payments

SWIFT and over 25 banks are rolling out a new framework for cross-border retail payments, aiming to improve speed, price, and delivery certainty. The framework will initially benefit five major remittance markets, with more to be added by year-end, aligning with G20 targets for consumer payments.

Global Payments Switch to ISO 20022 Standard Complete

SWIFT announced the successful completion of the global switch to the ISO 20022 standard for cross-border payments on November 22, 2025. This transition marks the end of coexistence with the MT message format and aims to enhance payment speed, efficiency, and innovation.