5 Del. Admin. Code § 704-1.0
Every bank or bank and trust company which intends to acquire or establish a subsidiary that (1) engages in the sale, distribution or underwriting of stocks, bonds, debentures, notes or other securities; (2) acts as an investment advisor to any investment company; (3) conducts any activity for which the subsidiary is required to register with the Securities and Exchange Commission as a broker/dealer; or (4) engages in any other securities activity shall notify the Commissioner of such intent. Notice shall be in writing and must be received in the office of the Commissioner at least 60 days prior to consummation of the acquisition or commencement of the operation of the subsidiary, whichever is earlier. The bank or bank and trust company shall also notify the Commissioner in writing within 10 days after the consummation of the acquisition or commencement of the operation of the subsidiary, whichever is earlier. The 60-day notice requirement may be waived or shortened in the discretion of the Commissioner.
5 Del. Admin. Code § 704-1.0