The CFTC is holding an open meeting today to consider the final rule regarding the further definition of "swap dealer," "security-based swap dealer," "major swap participant," "major security-based swap participant" and "eligible contract participant" under Dodd-Frank. See below for CFTC notices (links externally to CFTC website): Fact Sheet: Final Rule: Final and Interim Final Rulemaking Regarding Commodity Options Q&A: Final Rule: Final and Interim Final Rulemaking Regarding Commodity Options Fact Sheet: Final Rules Regarding Further Defining "Swap Dealer," "Major Swap Participant" and

The latest Advisers Act Enforcement Action -- David E. Howard II; IA-3396 (released 04/17/2012).

The SEC today unanimously adopted a new rule to define a series of terms related to the over-the-counter swaps market. The rules, written jointly with the CFTC, implement provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act that established a comprehensive framework for regulating derivatives. “Adopting these entity definitions is a foundational step in the establishment of the new regime to regulate trading in this significant market,” said SEC Chairman Mary L. Schapiro. “These rules clarify for market participants whether their current activities will subject them to comprehensive oversight in the coming months

Link here (external website, SEC). The Division of Corporation Finance is providing guidance on the implementation and application of the JOBS Act, based the SEC's current understanding of the JOBS Act and in light of existing rules, regulations and procedures. These FAQs address questions of general applicability under Title I of the JOBS Act. Title I provides scaled disclosure provisions for emerging growth companies.

SEC No-Action Letter Date of letter: 04/12/2012 Permitting a registered closed-end investment company to file post-effective amendments that are immediately effective, even though it is not an "interval company."