FINRA’s rules should be modernized to address economic costs, evolving markets, technology advancements, and regulatory inefficiencies. Below are key areas for modernization, including specific rules, guidance updates, and regulatory overlaps that warrant attention.

1. Focus Areas for Modernizing FINRA Rules

Several FINRA rules are outdated, overly burdensome, or fail to account for modern trading environments and technologies.

A. Short Selling & Market Transparency Rules