The Senate confirmed Michael Selig as Chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission by a vote of 53-43.

The SEC approved amendments to the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation Government Securities Division Rulebook. The amendments facilitate the porting of indirect participant activity from one intermediary Netting Member to another.

The FDIC solicited comments on proposed procedures for an FDIC-insured State nonmember bank or State savings association seeking approval to issue payment stablecoins through a subsidiary pursuant to the GENIUS Act.

In its 2026 FINRA Annual Regulatory Oversight Report, FINRA highlighted areas of focus for the new year, reviewed recent compliance deficiencies and observations and offered guidance for member firms on their regulatory obligations.

In a Risk Alert, the SEC Division of Examinations ("Division") found that many investment advisers are still struggling with the practical application of the "Marketing Rule," particularly regarding testimonials, endorsements, and third-party ratings.