In his address at the Opening Bell Ceremony, Korkmaz Ergun, the CEO of Borsa İstanbul A.Ş., stated the following:  “Distinguished Guests, Today, I welcome you all to the Opening Bell Ceremony hosted by our Exchange as we celebrate the listing of Ağaoğlu Avrasya Gayrimenkul Yatırım Ortaklığı (Real Estate Investment Trust - REIT) at Borsa İstanbul. Ağaoğlu, with its established history, is a leading company in the corporate real estate development sector. Real estate investment trusts undoubtedly make a significant contribution to the sustainable transformation of our cities. Ağaoğlu Avrasya Gayrimenkul Yatırım Ortaklığı, which takes an important step on this path today with its IPO, will further advance its goals in this field with the support of its investors. On this occasion, I extend my sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to the IPO process, all company employees, and the intermediary institution. I hope this IPO will be auspicious to our capital markets.”

The average daily trading volume for the period 05/04 – 09/04 reached JD (14.0) million compared to JD (19.1) million for the last week, a decrease of (27.0%). The total trading volume during the week reached JD(69.8) million compared to JD (95.6) million during the last week. Trading a total of (19.1) million shares through (17630) transactions. Industrial led the trading with JD(25.05) million or (35.89%) of the total trading volume. The Services followed with a JD(22.91) million or (32.83%). Finally, the Financial with a JD(21.84) million representing(31.28%) of the total trading volume. The shares price index closed at (3707.4) points, compared to (3637.5) points for the last week, an increase of (1.92%). The Industrial index increased by (0.09%), the Services index increased by (2.78%), and the Financial index increased by (1.97%). The shares of (125) companies were traded, the shares prices of (77) companies rose, and the shares prices of (28) declined. The top five gainers during the week were, the Jordan Decapolis Properties by (13.51%), Middle East Holding by (12.67%), Jordan Poultry Processing & Marketing by (11.11%), Hayat Pharmaceutical Industries Co. by (9.60%), and Ibn Alhaytham Hospital Company by (8.86%). The top five losers were, the National Insurance by (11.43%), Northern Cement Co. by (6.90%), United Financial Investments by (6.45%), Specialized Jordanian Investment by (6.38%), and The Professional Company For Real Estate Investment And Housing by (6.10%). Note: The list of the top five gainers or losers may include companies whose reference prices have been adjusted due to actions executed during the summary period. Therefore, the appearance of such companies does not necessarily reflect an actual change in their stock prices.

The European Banking Authority (EBA) today launched a public consultation on revised Guidelines on limits on exposures to shadow banking entities carrying out banking activities outside a regulated framework. The revised Guidelines aim to align with the updated EU large-exposure reporting framework and to support sound risk management and governance practices across institutions. The consultation paper aligns the Guidelines with the revised regulatory framework following the entry into force, in January 2024, of the Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) specifying criteria to identify shadow banking entities for large-exposure reporting. It updates the scope of application and the basis for limits by moving from eligible capital to Tier 1 capital, while preserving existing governance requirements and the primary and fallback methods for setting exposure limits. The proposal also removes the 0.25% materiality threshold to simplify the framework. The consultation invites feedback on potential implementation impacts. It also gathers input on current practices and on the possible effects of quantitative limits on lending to shadow banking entities. In addition, it requests information on how institutions identify exposures to shadow banking entities, set limits, and manage related risks. This input will support policy decisions when finalising the Guidelines and to inform broader policy work on shadow banking entities feeding into (i) a report on the contribution of shadow banking entities to the Capital Markets Union and (ii) an assessment of Institutions’ exposures and limits to shadow banking entities, expected to be delivered in December 2027. Consultation process Comments to the consultation paper can be sent by clicking on the "send your comments" button on the EBA's consultation page . The deadline for the submission of comments is 9 July 2026 at 23:59 CEST. The EBA will hold a virtual public hearing on 25 June 2026 from 10:00 to 12:00 CEST. The EBA invites interested stakeholders to register using this link by 17 June 2026 at 16:00 CEST. The dial-in details will be communicated to those who have registered for the meeting. All contributions received will be published following the end of the consultation, unless requested otherwise. Legal basis Article 395(2) of the Regulation (EU) No 575/2013 (CRR 3) mandates the EBA to revise the Guidelines on limits on exposures to shadow banking entities that carry out banking activities outside a regulated framework by 10 January 2027. It also mandates the EBA, to submit a report to the European Commission on the contribution of SBEs to the Capital Markets Union and on institutions’ exposures to such entities, assessing in particular the appropriateness of aggregate or tighter individual limits to those exposures, taking due account of the regulatory framework and business models of such entities by 31 December 2027. Background Under the CRR, a shadow banking entity is any non‑bank entity that performs bank‑like credit intermediation activities but is not subject to equivalent prudential regulation and supervision, as specified in binding EBA RTS under Article 394(4). The EBA Guidelines on limits concerning exposures to shadow banking entities, first issued in 2015, set out guidance for institutions’ risk management and limits with respect to exposures to entities providing banking activities outside the regulated framework. Building on these original guidelines, and when further  mandated by Article 394(2) of CRR2  to operationalise institutions’ reporting obligations of their largest exposures to shadow banking entities on a consolidated basis, the EBA delivered in 2022 RTS on the criteria for the identification of shadow banking entities (link), thereby introducing a legally binding framework that clarifies the criteria for identifying shadow banking entities. This update aims to ensure alignment with this regulatory framework while maintaining the complementary provisions that remain relevant for supervisory and risk management purposes.   Documents Consultation Paper on Guidelines on limits on exposures to shadow banking entities (542.4 KB - PDF) Related content Public hearing 23/06/2026 - 10:00 - 23/06/2026 - 12:00 Public hearing on revised Guidelines on limits on exposures to shadow banking Consultation9 JULY 2026 Consultation on revised Guidelines on limits on exposures to shadow banking GuidelinesFinal and translated into the EU official languages Guidelines on limits on exposures to shadow banking Topic Large exposures  

Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection (OCCIP) announced a new initiative to strengthen cybersecurity across the digital asset industry. The initiative will provide timely, actionable cybersecurity information to eligible U.S. digital asset firms and industry organizations, helping them better identify, prevent, and respond to cyber threats targeting their customers and networks. The effort advances a key recommendation from the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets report, Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology. Treasury leadership highlights the growing importance of digital asset firms to the broader financial system. “Digital asset firms are an increasingly important part of the U.S. financial sector, and their resilience is critical to the health of the broader system,” said Luke Pettit, Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions. “By extending access to the same high-quality cybersecurity information used by traditional financial institutions, Treasury is helping promote a more secure and responsible digital asset ecosystem.” Treasury also emphasized that cybersecurity is foundational to the future of digital finance and essential to responsible innovation. “This initiative reflects the principles of the GENIUS Act by promoting responsible innovation grounded in strong cybersecurity and operational resilience,” said Tyler Williams, Counselor to the Secretary for Digital Assets. “As digital assets become more integrated into the financial system, access to timely and actionable cyber threat information is essential to protecting consumers and safeguarding the stability of U.S. financial markets.” Treasury cybersecurity officials noted that the initiative responds directly to a rapidly evolving threat environment. “Cyber threats targeting digital asset platforms are growing in frequency and sophistication,” said Cory Wilson, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Cybersecurity. “This initiative expands access to actionable threat information that helps firms strengthen defenses, reduce risk, and respond more effectively to incidents.” Eligible U.S. digital asset firms and industry organizations that meet Treasury’s criteria will be able to receive, at no cost, the same actionable cybersecurity information Treasury regularly shares with traditional U.S. financial institutions. Interested firms are encouraged to contact OCCIP at OCCIP-Coord@treasury.gov for more information.

Europe has an EU-wide framework (called “REMIT”) to detect and deter market manipulation and abuse in wholesale energy markets. The Regulation was revised in 2024 to keep pace with evolving market dynamics. To make the framework fully operational, REMIT secondary legislation has also been updated with a recast REMIT Implementing Regulation and a new Delegated Regulation, both entering into force on 29 April 2026 (i.e. 20 days after their publication today in the Official Journal). This reinforced REMIT framework enhances transparency and trust in the integrity of Europe’s energy markets. To support compliance with the new obligations, ACER has published two open letters (one on the recast Implementing Regulation and the other on the new Delegated Regulation). In the coming weeks, ACER will also seek stakeholder input (via a public consultation) on a new guideline to help REMIT data reporting parties comply with new obligations. Key changes 1. The recast Implementing Regulation sets out updated rules for reporting energy market data to ACER, directly affecting all reporting parties. It aims to reduce reporting burdens while enabling more effective market monitoring and detection of potential abuses. 2. The new Delegated Regulation introduces authorisation and supervision processes (including withdrawal and orderly substitution) for: Registered reporting mechanisms (RRMs): entities authorised to report energy data to ACER, either on their own behalf or on behalf of companies. Inside information platforms (IIPs): online platforms where companies publicly disclose inside information (like power outages or capacity issues) so that all market participants can access it at the same time. IIPs are also officially authorised to report this information to ACER on behalf of companies. Together, these two acts aim to improve standardised data reporting, strengthen the supervision of REMIT reporting entities and help ensure transparency and integrity in EU wholesale energy markets. What’s next? ACER public consultation on a new guideline on REMIT transaction reporting to reflect evolving obligations under the revised framework (16 April - 12 June 2026). ACER and European Commission webinar: New REMIT implementing rules for energy market integrity and transparency (23 April 2026). ACER and European Commission annual REMIT workshop (11 June 2026). ACER consultations with targeted stakeholders on guidance documents for data reporting (including on the revised electronic formats). The revision process will be gradual, in line with the phased entry into force of new obligations and will involve stakeholder consultation. Read more & check our manual for new market participants.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed a motion Wednesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona asking the court for a preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order that would halt Arizona’s efforts to apply state criminal and gambling laws against CFTC-regulated prediction markets. This motion builds on last week’s filing, with the Department of Justice, of a lawsuit challenging Arizona’s preempted conduct. “Arizona’s decision to weaponize preempted state criminal law against companies that comply with a comprehensive federal regime sets a dangerous precedent,” said Chairman Michael S. Selig. “The CFTC is committed to vigorously defending its exclusive authority over prediction markets. We are asking the court to send a clear message that intimidation is not an acceptable tactic to circumvent federal law.” The CFTC has filed complaints against Arizona, Connecticut, and Illinois, seeking declaratory judgments that federal law grants the CFTC exclusive authority to regulate event contracts and requesting permanent injunctions preventing the states from enforcing preempted state laws against its registrants. In addition to Arizona pursuing criminal charges, each of the three states had sent cease and desist letters to CFTC-regulated entities. The CFTC has clear and longstanding exclusive jurisdiction to regulate event contracts under the Commodity Exchange Act, which preempts state laws purporting to regulate prediction markets. RELATED LINKS Preliminary Injunction and Temporary Restraining Order: Arizona

dxFeed, a global provider of market data and financial technology solutions, announced the launch of its Aggregated Overnight Feed to deliver a consolidated top-of-book data feed for the overnight trading session in U.S. equities. As extended-hours trading continues its transformation from a niche activity into a core component of global market structure, dxFeed's latest innovation addresses a critical gap: high-quality, normalized, and aggregated market data during overnight sessions. "The market is moving toward a continuous trading model, but infrastructure has lagged behind—particularly in overnight sessions," said Stepan Bolshakov, Managing Director at dxFeed. "With our Aggregated Overnight Feed, we are closing that gap by delivering a normalized, consolidated view of liquidity across venues. This enables our clients to operate with the same level of confidence, data quality, and analytical depth—regardless of the time of day." A Structural Shift in Global TradingOvernight trading is no longer peripheral. With pre- and post-market volumes approaching 9% of total daily activity, and demand accelerating across Asia and other international markets, the overnight session is rapidly becoming a structural extension of the U.S. equities market. However, until now, market participants have faced fragmented liquidity, inconsistent data formats, and limited transparency across overnight venues. dxFeed Aggregated Overnight Feed directly solves this. What dxFeed Delivers — First-of-Its-Kind CapabilityPowered by dxFeed's proprietary Feed Consolidator Service (FCS), the new solution aggregates and normalizes Level 1 (top-of-book) data, including: Quotes Trades Time & Sales (TnS) Summary data The feed consolidates liquidity across key overnight venues, including Bruce ATS, Blue Ocean ATS, Moon ATS. True 24/7 Market VisibilityA key differentiator is dxFeed's ability to seamlessly merge overnight aggregated data with regular U.S. trading sessions, delivering:  A continuous 24/7 data stream for U.S. equities Unified market view across all sessions Consistent data schema and normalization This removes the need for firms to stitch together multiple feeds, significantly reducing infrastructure complexity and latency risks. Why This Matters for Traders and InstitutionsThe introduction of aggregated overnight market data is not just an incremental improvement — it is a foundational upgrade to market accessibility and decision-making. Key benefits include: Improved price discovery in low-liquidity environments Enhanced transparency across fragmented venues Better execution strategies for global participants Access to actionable signals during off-hours Reduced operational overhead via consolidated data delivery For quantitative firms, brokers, and institutional traders, this unlocks previously inaccessible alpha opportunities and enables true round-the-clock trading strategies. "As overnight trading gains momentum, the industry is beginning to build the infrastructure required to support a fully functioning session, paving the way for a broader range of participants to engage with the overnight market," said Jason Wallach, CEO of Bruce Markets. "dxFeed has been an early mover in developing consolidated market data for overnight trading, which provides market participants with the transparency and data quality needed as the session continues to mature." Setting a New Industry StandardWith the launch of the Aggregated Overnight Feed, dxFeed reinforces its position as a technology leader in market data innovation, delivering infrastructure that aligns with the evolving, global, and always-on nature of modern financial markets. About dxFeeddxFeed is a leading market data provider and calculation agent for the global capital markets, named Best Data Provider 2025 by the Fund Intelligence Operations and Services Awards. The company delivers high-quality financial data and services to brokerages, prop traders, exchanges, professional traders, and academic institutions. dxFeed is focused on enhancing AI- and IaaS-driven solutions, while reinforcing its commitment to reliable service provision, compliance and best support.

TMX Group today announced its financing activity on Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) for March 2026. TSX welcomed 31 new issuers in March 2026, compared with 28 in the previous month and 18 in March 2025. The new listings were 23 exchange traded funds, three mining companies, three technology companies, one consumer products & services company, and one life sciences company. Total financings raised in March 2026 decreased 41% compared to the previous month, but were up 195% compared to March 2025. The total number of financings in March 2026 was 44, compared with 79 the previous month and 35 in March 2025. For additional data relating to the number of transactions billed for TSX, please click on the following link: https://www.tmx.com/resource/en/440. There were six new issuers on TSXV in March 2026, compared with three in the previous month and four in March 2025. The new listings were five mining companies and one Capital Pool Company. Total financings raised in March 2026 increased 29% compared to the previous month, and were up 481% compared to March 2025. There were 161 financings in March 2026, compared with 124 in the previous month and 93 in March 2025. TMX Group consolidated trading statistics for March 2026 can be viewed at www.tmx.com. Related Document:TMX Group Equity Financing Statistics – March 2026

Miami International Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MIAX), a technology-driven leader in building and operating regulated financial markets across multiple asset classes, today announced the passing of Murray Stahl, a valued member of its Board of Directors. "I am deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved friend and colleague Murray Stahl," said Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MIAX. "Our deepest condolences are with the Stahl family and Murray's colleagues at Horizon Kinetics. He was an exceptional leader and a treasured member of our Board whose spirit and support left a lasting influence on MIAX." Mr. Gallagher went on to state, "I feel fortunate to have known and worked alongside Murray for over 15 years. He will be remembered not only for his incredible professional achievements, but also for his character, generosity, and the respect he showed to everyone around him. Murray was an early believer in what all of us at MIAX were striving to achieve and we will always be grateful for his steadfast support." Mr. Stahl served as a director of MIAX since July 2025. He was also a director of MIAX Futures™ since 2013 and a member of the Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX) Council since 2014, both wholly owned subsidiaries of MIAX. Mr. Stahl was the Chief Executive Officer, Chairman of the Board and co-founder of Horizon Kinetics Holding Corporation, as well as the Chief Executive Officer of FRMO Corp. He served on the boards of Texas Pacific Land Corporation and multiple privately-held companies.

DFSA introduces temporary regulatory relief measures to support new firms seeking DFSA authorisation and existing regulated firms in Dubai International Financial Centre Measures will provide flexibility for firms to continue to meet our high regulatory standards during this exceptional operating environment and over the period ahead, enabling them to continue to serve their clients and markets The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator of banking, wealth & asset management, capital markets, and insurance in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), today announced a package of temporary and proportionate regulatory relief measures to support the DIFC financial services community during the current exceptional operating environment and over the period ahead. The measures are intended to assist regulated firms in continuing to support clients and markets, during the current circumstances, pending their conclusion. Mark Steward, Chief Executive of the DFSA, said: “DIFC firms have demonstrated great resilience and financial strength during this exceptional period. The DFSA wishes to provide assistance to firms, on request, as a bridge to the resumption of normal trading and has developed a framework to provide temporary regulatory flexibility across a range of areas for those seeking DFSA authorisation and for existing authorised firms. These measures will ease operational challenges while ensuring our high regulatory standards continue to be met. We will continue to review the situation, as it unfolds, and will provide additional measures to assist firms, if needed, including assistance in returning to normal trading conditions.” Headline Areas of Relief The DFSA’s relief initiatives include targeted, temporary flexibility across a number of areas, including: Authorisation, licensing, and administrative requirements, including flexibility where appropriate in application and supervisory timelines Governance and staffing arrangements, reflecting evolving staff location dynamics and the continued integration of remote working practices Regulatory reporting and supervisory processes, including extended timelines, to allow firms additional capacity to manage operational challenges and prioritise critical activities Implementation timelines for selected regulatory initiatives, where postponement would not undermine regulatory outcomes These measures are intended to be risk‑based, proportionate, and time‑limited, and will be applied in a manner that reflects the nature, scale, and complexity of individual firms. Regulatory Standards Remain Unchanged The DFSA emphasises that regulatory standards and supervisory expectations remain unchanged. Any relief provided will be temporary, subject to appropriate governance and oversight, and designed to support compliance and resilience rather than dilute regulatory requirements. The DFSA will continue to closely monitor financial and operational conditions, maintain active supervisory engagement, and take action where necessary to safeguard the integrity and reputation of the DIFC’s financial services framework. The DFSA is committed to working constructively with the DIFC financial community, other UAE authorities, and international partners to ensure the continued strength, resilience, and global standing of the DIFC – as the leading international financial centre in the Middle East, Asia and South Asia (MEASA) region.

Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today reported monthly volumes for March 2026, as well as quarterly volumes, estimated revenue capture, number of listings, and index statistics for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, on its Investor Relations website. A data sheet showing this information can be found at: https://ir.nasdaq.com/financials/volume-statistics.

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released the minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting that was held on March 17–18, 2026. The minutes for each regularly scheduled meeting of the Committee are generally published three weeks after the day of the policy decision. The descriptions of economic and financial conditions contained in these minutes are based solely on the information that was available to the Committee at the time of the meeting. The minutes can be viewed on the Board’s website. Minutes of the Federal Open Market CommitteeMarch 17–18, 2026: HTML | PDF

BondXN Inc., a leading electronic trading and data venue for mortgage-backed securities (MBS), today announced a multi-year partnership with BlackRock Aladdin®. Through this integration, common clients of BondXN and BlackRock Aladdin will be able to directly access BondXN’s Specified Pool and TBA trading capabilities from the Aladdin platform, BlackRock’s technology that unifies the investment management process. Common clients will benefit from seamless connectivity to BondXN’s BWIC workflows, dealer inventories, and advanced screening tools, enabling streamlined execution across multiple e-trading protocols. “By combining BondXN’s market-leading technology with the Aladdin platform’s institutional reach, we are creating new standards for transparency and efficiency in MBS trading that has long been limited by fragmented workflows and legacy platforms,” said Nic Tandon, Chief Product Officer at BondXN. “This partnership allows common clients to access deeper liquidity, simplify complex workflows, and accelerate trade execution.” Orders submitted through the Aladdin platform will flow directly into BondXN, allowing users to source liquidity, engage multiple dealers, and process trades straight-through back into the Aladdin platform - reducing operational friction and manual steps. Beyond its integration with the Aladdin platform, BondXN is transforming workflows across the MBS ecosystem. For originators, the platform has digitized the previously spreadsheet driven BWIC process by connecting sellers to all their counterparties, significantly lowering execution times and error rates. BondXN’s unique technology allows dealers to organize all BWIC and offer activity into a single electronic workflow to improve client connectivity, speed and reduce trade booking violations.

ISDA has announced that Natixis CIB has adopted ISDA’s Digital Regulatory Reporting (DRR) solution, enabling the bank to meet regulatory reporting requirements more efficiently and accurately. The ISDA DRR uses the Common Domain Model (CDM) – an open-source data standard for financial products, trades and lifecycle events – to convert a golden-source interpretation of regulatory reporting rules into machine‑executable code, increasing the accuracy and consistency of data reported to regulators and reducing the time, resources and costs associated with compliance. Natixis CIB’s adoption follows the recent announcement that LSEG has integrated the ISDA DRR into its TradeAgent post-trade processing platform. “The adoption of the ISDA DRR by Natixis CIB highlights the increasing demand for a scalable, automated and industry‑standard approach to regulatory reporting compliance. By leveraging the ISDA DRR and CDM, firms can reduce operational complexity, enhance data quality and respond more effectively to evolving regulatory requirements,” said Scott O’Malia, ISDA’s Chief Executive. “The adoption of the CDM and DRR into production at Natixis CIB marks a critical step towards transaction regulatory reporting data and function rationalization. This initial milestone validates Natixis CIB’s commitment to further modernize its regulatory reporting solution across multiple market segments and reporting jurisdictions. CDM/DRR adoption is paving the way for greater efficiency and agility in meeting evolving regulatory demands, delivering positive value to both Natixis CIB and its customers,” said Nicolas Fenaert, Natixis CIB’s Global Head of IT & Operations. The ISDA DRR has so far been applied to eight sets of reporting rules around the world and ISDA is committed to supporting 14 core regulatory reporting regimes across nine jurisdictions. For more information on the ISDA DRR and the CDM, visit the ISDA Solutions InfoHub.

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that David Woodcock has been appointed Director of the Division of Enforcement, effective May 4, 2026. Mr. Woodcock is currently a partner in the Dallas and Washington, D.C. offices of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, where he serves as chair of the firm’s Securities Enforcement Practice Group. Sam Waldon will continue to serve as Acting Director of the Enforcement Division until May 4. “The Division of Enforcement has undergone a significant course correction, restoring Congressional intent by prioritizing cases that provide meaningful investor protection and strengthen market integrity,” said SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins. “I thank Sam for his steadfast commitment to serve in key senior roles at the SEC and am grateful for his wise counsel and leadership.” Chairman Atkins continued, “I am incredibly pleased to have David rejoin the SEC at this critical time, as we continue to focus on the types of misconduct that inflict the greatest harm to investors. With experience as a senior officer at the SEC, global law firm partner, a certified public accountant, and senior in-house corporate attorney, David is a foremost expert in all relevant facets of securities law and has deep institutional knowledge. I look forward to him leading our 1,000+ team of talented enforcement investigators, trial attorneys, accountants, and other professionals.”  “I am honored to join the exceptionally talented team in the Enforcement Division and look forward to advancing our vital mission of investor protection,” said Mr. Woodcock. “My commitment is to lead the division with the highest level of professionalism and rigor as we execute the Chairman’s vision and ensure the integrity of our financial markets.” Mr. Woodcock is a widely recognized securities and governance attorney who returns to the Commission after serving as Director of the Fort Worth Regional Office from 2011 to 2015. During his prior SEC tenure, Mr. Woodcock led Enforcement and Examinations Division lawyers, accountants, and examiners, oversaw investigations in nearly every major area of the SEC’s enforcement program, served as a member of the Enforcement Advisory Committee, and created and served as Chair of the SEC’s cross-office and cross-division Financial Reporting and Audit Task Force, which was designed to enhance the SEC’s detection and prosecution of violations involving accounting and false financial statements. Most recently, Mr. Woodcock’s practice at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher focused on regulatory enforcement, internal investigations, and corporate governance. Previously, he served as a senior in-house corporate attorney at Exxon Mobil Corporation. Mr. Woodcock is also an Adjunct Professor of Law at Texas A&M University School of Law, where he has taught for more than a decade on securities, ethics, and compliance. Mr. Woodcock earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Louisiana State University, and his JD from the University of Texas School of Law.

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is inviting applications from senior leaders to join its new Capital Markets Advisory Committee (CMAC). CMAC will be a senior‑level, industry‑wide forum established on a pilot basis to provide strategic insight and perspectives on trends and developments affecting Ontario’s capital markets, while serving as an integrated forum for advisory input previously provided through multiple committees. CMAC will play an important role in supporting the OSC’s Strategic Plan by providing expert insight on regulatory operations, emerging market trends, and innovation opportunities. The committee will:   Provide expert input on proposed rules, guidance, and regulatory initiatives to promote effective and proportionate regulation.  Advise on strategic priorities to ensure alignment with market realities and supporting strong investor outcomes.  Share insights on global and domestic trends, risks, and opportunities for innovation to inform policy and strategy.  “The Capital Markets Advisory Committee will strengthen the links between the OSC and leading experts by connecting our regulatory functions, and providing insights and advice to help support the important work the OSC delivers on behalf of Ontario’s market participants and investors,” said Grant Vingoe, Chief Executive Officer, OSC. “As global capital markets evolve in response to the external environment, we look forward to working with industry leaders to position Ontario as a destination for innovation, competitiveness, and strong investor protection.” Application Process The OSC welcomes applications from senior leaders across Ontario’s capital markets, including marketplace representatives and dealers, reporting issuers, institutional investors, technology innovators, academics and other market participants.  Diversification of membership on CMAC will be a priority to promote representation from a wide range of market segments, business models, and perspectives. Interested parties should submit their resume indicating their areas of practice and relevant experience by April 30, 2026. Additional information about CMAC, including its mandate and details on the selection process can be found in the terms of reference . Applicants will be informed accordingly by late May, and the composition of the new Advisory Committee will be made public on the OSC’s website.   Applications should be submitted by email to cmac@osc.ca. The OSC is committed to diversity, and it is our priority to provide an inclusive workplace, including on our advisory committees, where all individuals feel safe, valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive, barrier-free, accessible recruitment process so that all individuals with disabilities, who are interested in pursuing and who apply for employment with the OSC, are made aware of the accommodation measures available to them throughout the recruitment and hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Paloma Ellard and we will work with you to meet your needs. For further information, please refer to accessibility at the OSC. The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: BlackNorth Initiative , Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion  and Pride at Work Canada, and is committed to our Accessibility and Reconciliation Action Plans. Background: The Market Structure Advisory Committee (MSAC) and Investment Funds Technical Advisory Committee (IFTAC) will be put on pause during the pilot committee. The Continuous Disclosure Advisory Committee (CDAC) and Small Business Advisory Committee (SBAC) terms have ended and will not be reconstituted. The following committees are continuing: Securities Advisory Committee (SAC) Registrant Advisory Committee (RAC) The pilot will run for 12 months with the inaugural meeting taking place in June 2026.

Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued a joint proposed rule to implement provisions of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act).  The proposed rule, which implements the GENIUS Act’s anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance program requirements, encourages innovation in payment stablecoins while providing an appropriately tailored regime to mitigate potential illicit finance risks. “President Trump is strengthening American leadership in digital financial technology,” said Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent.  “This proposal will protect the U.S. financial system from national security threats without hindering American companies’ ability to forge ahead in the payment stablecoin ecosystem.” The GENIUS Act provides a framework for the federal regulation of payment stablecoins. The law directs Treasury to issue regulations that would treat permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs) as financial institutions for purposes of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and impose anti-money laundering obligations on PPSIs.  The GENIUS Act also mandates that PPSIs maintain an effective sanctions compliance program and directs Treasury to issue appropriate regulations implementing such obligations. The proposed rule would subject PPSIs to requirements applicable to financial institutions relating to prevention of money laundering and impose obligations specified in the GENIUS Act. Consistent with FinCEN’s efforts to modernize BSA requirements, the proposed obligations are designed to be fit for purpose, assist law enforcement, and minimize unnecessary burden. The proposed rule would require PPSIs to adopt and maintain an effective sanctions compliance program as required by the GENIUS Act. Read more about the proposed rule here. FinCEN and OFAC welcome public comments on the proposal, which will be published in the Federal Register in the coming days. Resources Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Fact Sheet Report to Congress from the Secretary of the Treasury on Innovative Technologies to Counter Illicit Finance Involving Digital Assets

The Federal Reserve Board on Wednesday invited public comment on a proposal that would allow U.S. banks and credit unions to use intermediaries to transfer funds through the FedNow Service. This additional flexibility would support new private sector use cases for the FedNow Service. For example, it would allow U.S. banks to use FedNow to transact with correspondent banks to facilitate the international portion of a cross-border payment. Currently, a transfer of funds sent through the FedNow Service can include only two U.S. banks. Comments are due within 60 days after publication in the Federal Register. Federal Register notice: Collection of Checks and Other Items by Federal Reserve Banks and Funds Transfers Through the Fedwire Funds Service and the FedNow Service (PDF)

Overall volumes in listed derivatives saw a 30 percent increase in March 2026. OTC Clearing saw strong growth, with notional outstanding volumes rising by 37 percent. Eurex Repo reported a solid growth of 66 percent in March, driven by an 85 percent increase in the GC Pooling segment. Eurex – Europe’s leading derivatives exchange and, together with Eurex Clearing, one of the world’s leading central counterparties – reported record trading volumes, with derivative contracts rising by 30 percent to 322.1 million in March 2026. Heightened volatility also supported increased hedging activity. Index derivatives saw a 19 percent gain, climbing from 89 million in March 2025 to 106.2 million in March 2026. The strongest growth was in interest rate derivatives, which surged by 47 percent, from 117.6 million in March 2025 to 172.7 million in March 2026, while equity derivatives increased by 8 percent, rising from 39.5 million to 42.6 million over the same period. OTC Clearing recorded strong growth in March 2026, with notional outstanding volumes rising 37 percent year on year to EUR 53,320 billion, up from EUR 38,849 billion in March 2025. The main growth driver was Overnight Index Swaps, which surged by 84 percent to EUR 8,900 billion compared with EUR 4,839 billion in the previous year. Eurex Repo, Eurex’s leading electronic market for secured funding and financing, delivered another very strong performance in March. Average term‑adjusted volumes increased by 66 percent year‑on‑year compared with March 2025, reaching EUR 530 billion. Growth was driven by strong activity in term Special Repo, benefiting from elevated term trading in EUR government bonds during January and February. At the same time, the GC Pooling segment recorded consistently solid term business across the curve.   Business overview – March 2026  March 2026  March2025  Change  Financial derivatives: traded contracts Eurex Exchange  Index derivatives (million)  106.2 89.0 +19% Interest rate derivatives (million)  172.7 117.6 +47% Equity derivatives (million)  42.6 39.5 +8% Total (million)1 322.1 248.2 +30% OTC Clearing² Notional outstanding volumes (billion EUR)  53,320 38,849 +37% of which interest rate swaps (billion EUR)  22,540 16,914 +33% of which overnight index swaps (billion EUR)  8,900 4,839 +84% Average daily cleared volumes (billion EUR)  372 312 +19% of which interest rate swaps (billion EUR)  88 52 +69% of which overnight index swaps (billion EUR)  113 42 +167% Compression volumes (billion EUR)  213 197 +8% Repo: Average daily term adjusted volume on Eurex Repo  GC Pooling³ (billion EUR)  276.9 149.4 +85% Repo Market (billion EUR)  253.5 171.1 +48% Total (billion EUR)  530.4 320.5 +66% 1 The total number of contracts traded includes other asset classes such as commodities.2 Notional cleared volumes including post trading events such as compression.3 Includes all currencies.  

Euronext, the leading European capital market infrastructure, today announced trading volumes for March 2026. Monthly and historical volume tables are available at this address: euronext.com/investor-relations#monthly-volumes