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Enhancing Focus On The SEC’s Enhanced Climate Change Efforts: SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce, SEC Commissioner Elad L. Roisman, March 4, 2021

Date 04/03/2021

Over the past two weeks, we and the public have seen a steady flow of SEC “climate” statements and press releases.[1] Our Divisions of Corporation Finance, Examinations, and Enforcement all have announced climate- or ESG-related initiatives. What does this “enhanced focus” on climate-related matters mean? The short answer is: it’s not yet clear. Do these announcements represent a change from current Commission practices or a continuation of the status quo with a new public relations twist? Time will tell. In the meantime, it is important to contextualize the recent announcements by providing some historical and procedural background.
New York State Department Of Financial Services Superintendent Lacewell Announces Grant Of Dfs Trust Charter To Bitgo To Engage In New York’s Growing Virtual Currency Market

Date 04/03/2021

Superintendent of Financial Services Linda A. Lacewell announced today that the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has granted a charter under New York Banking Law to BitGo New York Trust Company LLC (Bitgo NY) to operate as a limited liability trust company. With DFS approval, BitGo NY is authorized to provide digital asset custody and other related services to New York customers, including DFS supervised entities authorized to engage in virtual currency activity.
US Department Of Justice: Cryptocurrency Fraudster Pleads Guilty To Securities Fraud And Money Laundering Charges In Multi-Million Dollar Investment Scheme

Date 04/03/2021

A citizen of Sweden pleaded guilty to securities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering charges that defrauded more than 3,500 victims of more than $16 million.
BOX Options Fee Change – April 2021

Date 04/03/2021

Effective April 1, 2021, BOX Options (“BOX”) is amending certain fees in Section VIII of the BOX Fee Schedule.1 First, the Exchange is eliminating the $1,500 monthly fee for additional Floor Market Maker podiums. Instead, additional Market Maker podiums will be assessed the $5,500 per month fee. Next, the Exchange is establishing a Desk Fee of $350 per month for all registered on-floor persons employed by or associated with a Participant. This Desk Fee will not be imposed on registered permit holders. The $100 per month Badge Fee for all registered on-floor persons will remain in place.
Nigerian Stock Exchange To Commemorate IWD 2021, Host 7th Annual Ring The Bell For Gender Equality

Date 04/03/2021

The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE or The Exchange) will join securities exchanges all over the world to commemorate International Women’s Day 2021 and host its 7th Annual Ring the Bell for Gender Equality on Monday, 8 March 2021.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Security FCX-RM

Date 04/03/2021

As per the Securities market risk parameters methodology, on 04.03.2021, 22-00 (MSK) the lower bound of the price band (up to 2146) and initial margins (up to 28.75 %) for the security FCX-RM were changed. New values are available here
January Jump In Responsible Investing To £1.2bn – Investment Association Statistics

Date 04/03/2021

The latest set of Investment Association (IA) data tells us where investors were putting their money in the first month of 2021.
Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Security TTWO-RM

Date 04/03/2021

As per the Securities market risk parameters methodology, on 04.03.2021, 21-23 (MSK) the lower bound of the price band (up to 11940) and initial margins (up to 20 %) for the security TTWO-RM were changed. New values are available here
PayPal’s Plans For A Crypto ‘Super App’ A Sign Of The Times As Fintech Incumbents Might Face Uphill Battle Against Crypto Natives

Date 04/03/2021

In response to PayPal CEO Dan Schulman’s plans for a crypto “super app,” Paolo Ardoino, CTO at Bitfinex, said every bank and fintech is destined to become a blockchain-based business.
SEC Announces Enforcement Task Force Focused On Climate And ESG Issues

Date 04/03/2021

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced the creation of a Climate and ESG Task Force in the Division of Enforcement. The task force will be led by Kelly L. Gibson, the Acting Deputy Director of Enforcement, who will oversee a Division-wide effort, with 22 members drawn from the SEC’s headquarters, regional offices, and Enforcement specialized units.