SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce outlined seven steps for both the SEC and public companies to refocus on their core missions. She warned against a "hazardous regulatory, political, and societal landscape" that distracts from "maximizing long-term financial value" and investor protection.

A firm settled FINRA charges for failing to timely report trades in National Market System securities and over-the-counter securities.

CFTC Acting Chair Caroline D. Pham launched "a series of public roundtables on evolving trends and innovation in market structure, including issues such as affiliated entities and conflicts of interest, prediction markets, and digital assets."

SIFMA and SIFMA AMG responded to directed questions on proposed guidance by IOSCO on market intermediaries' use of digital engagement practices. The guidance was proposed in IOSCO's November 2024 Consultation Report.

CFTC Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson emphasized the need to "keep top-of-mind the lessons of the past and the benefits of well-honed regulatory tools" in response to Executive Orders issued on AI and crypto.