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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Litigating Under the CEA
With the ongoing evolution of derivatives market infrastructure, and with the advent of new derivatives products, the Commodity Exchange Act is becoming an increasingly relevant statute in state and private party litigation. An expert panel from Milbank LLP presents a timely discussion of cases and controversies under this time-tested law in the emerging financial markets space.
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ETD Volume - October 2025
Worldwide volume of exchange-traded derivatives reached 11.77 billion contracts in October. This increased 7.4% from September 2025 but decreased 43.1% from October 2024. CONTINUE READING -
GenAI Considerations for CFTC Registrants
This webinar explores the evolving regulatory landscape around artificial intelligence (AI), with an emphasis on generative AI. We unpack critical legal considerations surrounding generative AI from both a US and EU perspective. Topics include cybersecurity and technological risks, legal and compliance considerations, and what firms should anticipate as regulators adapt to rapid technological change.
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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 -
ETD Volume - September 2025
Worldwide volume of exchange-traded derivatives reached 10.96 billion contracts in September. This increased 13.4% from August 2025 but decreased 45.2% from September 2024.
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ETD Volume - August 2025
Worldwide volume of exchange-traded derivatives reached 9.66 billion contracts in August. This decreased 4.7% from July 2025 and decreased 49.8% from August 2024. 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.
