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Amid Exceptional Geopolitical Challenges, Boursa Kuwait Records A Net Profit Of KD 5.99 Million In The First Quarter Of 2026

Date 03/05/2026

• Total operating revenues reached KD 10.15 million, with operating profit at KD 7.31 million and earnings per share at 29.82 fils
• Total turnover of institutional investors rose to 73.28% while international investors (including GCC nationals) increased their share of total market trading to 21.60%
• Despite regional tensions, Boursa Kuwait weathered geopolitical shocks with operational resilience

Companies Listed On The Amman Stock Exchange Achieve The Second Highest Historical Profits For The First Quarter With An Increase Of 9.9%

Date 03/05/2026

Mr. Mazen Wathaifi Chief Executive Officer of Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) said that 96% out of 159 listed companies have provided the ASE with their reviewed quarterly financial statements for the period ended 31/03/2026 within the specified period, through the e- disclosure system XBRL. This high percentage reflects the compliance of listed companies with the laws and regulations, and the compliance of such companies with the principles of transparency and disclosure.

WSJ Letter To Editor | Prediction Markets Aren’t A New Vegas, CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig, Washington, DC | May 01, 2026

Date 01/05/2026

Andy Kessler’s “Gambling by Another Name” (Inside View, April 27) distorts reality, so as the head of the federal agency tasked with regulating commodity derivatives markets, I am happy to offer some needed clarification: Under the Commodity Exchange Act, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission holds exclusive authority over prediction markets. While some may harbor skepticism about innovative financial products, we firmly stand by our jurisdiction and remain committed to protecting it. These markets provide significant benefits to individuals, businesses, and the broader economy, and we will continue to ensure their integrity and growth. If we regulate them away like Mr. Kessler wants, then they will continue to grow offshore where there are no rules or guidelines putting our information streams at risk of manipulation by foreign adversaries.

CFTC Secures Judgment Against Michigan Commodity Pool Operator And His Company Engaged In Fraud Scheme

Date 01/05/2026

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission today announced the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan entered a consent order against Andrew Middlebrooks and his firm EIA All Weather Alpha Fund I Partners LLC, a Delaware company, based in the Detroit area, for operating a fraudulent commodity pool. 

SIFMA Submits Recommendations To The OCC On Implementation Of The GENIUS Act

Date 01/05/2026

SIFMA and SIFMA AMG today submitted a letter in response to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) proposal implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act for the issuance of stablecoins by entities subject to OCC jurisdiction.

CFTC Commitments Of Traders Reports Update

Date 01/05/2026

The current reports for the week of April 28, 2026 are now available. Report data is also available in the CFTC Public Reporting Environment (PRE), which allows users to search, filter, customize and download report data.

SEC - Self-Regulatory Organizations - New York Stock Exchange LLC - Notice Of Filing And Immediate Effectiveness Of Proposed Rule Change To Amend The Exchange’s Rules To Enable The Trading Of Securities On The Exchange In Tokenized Form

Date 01/05/2026

Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1)1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Act”)2 and Rule 19b-4 thereunder,3 notice is hereby given that on April 9, 2026, New York Stock Exchange LLC (“NYSE” or the “Exchange”) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commission”) the proposed rule change as described in Items I and II below, which Items have been prepared by the self-regulatory organization. The Commission is publishing this notice to solicit comments on the proposed rule change from interested persons.

U.S. Department Of The Treasury Hosts Liberty University Summit On AI, Energy, And Emerging Technologies

Date 01/05/2026

On April 27, the U.S. Department of the Treasury hosted Liberty University students and faculty for a Summit on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Energy, and Emerging Technologies. Held during Financial Literacy Month, the event brought together students, government leaders, and industry experts to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the economy and public sector mission delivery.

CFTC Staff Issues Supplemental Letter Regarding No-Action Position On Reporting, Recordkeeping Requirements

Date 01/05/2026

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Market Oversight and Division of Clearing and Risk today announced they have taken a no-action position regarding swap data reporting and recordkeeping regulations. 

Artificial Intelligence In The Financial System, Federal Reserve Vice Chair For Supervision Michelle W. Bowman, At The Financial Stability Oversight Council Artificial Intelligence Series Roundtable On Cybersecurity And Risk Management, Washington, D.C.

Date 01/05/2026

Good morning, it is a pleasure to join you today to discuss artificial intelligence (AI), and the critical role it plays in cybersecurity and risk management. This event is one of a series of roundtables convened by the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) to discuss AI, bringing together public and private participants to engage in discussion and share perspectives.