To address the needs of the industry, FIA works closely with our members to develop industry-wide standards and solutions, build communities of information sharing and support and provide annual opportunities to assess systems and processes.
Current Initiatives
Tag 1031
FIA Execution Source Code, aka "Tag 1031", is an FIA led industry initiative in conjunction with FIA Tech.
The goal of the initiative is to provide futures industry participants with a standardized data schema that aims to clearly identify the execution method used for Exchange Traded Derivative trades at point of origin, allowing executing and clearing brokers to easily reference the appropriate brokerage rate for the execution method
Learn moreDisaster Recovery Exercise
Now in its 17th year, FIA is helping the global cleared derivatives industry plan for its annual business continuity test. Registration is scheduled to open in June. For more information, contact Steve Procter at sprocter@fia.org.
The annual exercise is a coordinated industry effort to test business continuance, process recovery, connectivity and functionality between exchanges, clearinghouses and their member firms. Participants are provided with an opportunity to test the resiliency of their trading systems by conducting order entry from alternate recovery sites and verifying connectivity with exchanges and clearinghouses.
Learn moreCOVID-19
FIA is closely monitoring the latest developments related to COVID-19 and its impact on the global cleared derivatives industry.
Get up to speed on the latest updates from FIA, regulatory bodies around the globe, exchanges and CCPs as well as regional "stay-at-home" and "shelter-in-place" orders.
Learn moreGuidance
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Trends in ETD Trading Q3 2025
FIA’s quarterly review of volume and open interest on derivatives exchanges worldwide. This webinar provides insights into trends in trading activity in the global listed derivatives markets for the year to date, with spotlights on the evolution of credit futures, liquidity in US Treasury futures, and growth in short-dated options. CONTINUE READING -
Market Conduct Fundamentals
This course provides a high-level overview of prohibited and disruptive practices and exchange requirements in the futures and options industry. The course is designed to help market participants avoid potential exchange violations and fines and/or regulatory actions and civil penalties. CONTINUE READING -
Rules & Regulatory Guidance for CME Group Markets
This course has been produced jointly by FIA and the CME Group to help market users understand and comply with some of the most important trade practice rules of the CME Group. CONTINUE READING -
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Training
The course provides a clear understanding of the various techniques of money laundering and their threats to the financial industry. Students will learn about the regulations designed to detect, monitor, and prevent criminal actions. The interactive, audio-enhanced course is designed to help industry participants detect, prevent and respond effectively to attempts to launder money through their firms and the futures markets. CONTINUE READING -
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Key Features and Regulatory Framework of the London Metal Exchange
The course has been jointly developed by FIA and the London Metal Exchange to help familiarize new and existing LME market participants with key features of the market and essential rules and regulatory requirements. CONTINUE READING
About the Operations Americas Division
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FIA Operations Americas promotes industry cooperation and the exchange of ideas among FIA members throughout the Americas. Five active committees meet on a regular basis: brokerage, clearing & trade management, deliveries, financial management and education & events. Membership in the Division is annual and supports the development of the operations community in the Americas.
