[Nasdaq Plans to Strengthen Regulation of Crypto Asset-Related Financing Activities] Nasdaq intends to tighten oversight of activities involving the purchase of crypto assets through stock issuance. In the future, some listed companies may be required to obtain shareholder approval before conducting such financing operations. This move aims to enhance transparency and accountability, while mitigating risks of market volatility and shareholder equity dilution that could arise from large-scale holdings of crypto assets. Against the backdrop of reduced intervention by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in related transactions, Nasdaq is reinforcing its listing rules to play the role of a 'gatekeeper,' addressing potential risks associated with crypto asset-related activities through stricter regulatory standards.