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Analysis: Geopolitics, prediction markets, tokenization seen as top three drivers of derivatives markets
Change is constant in the derivatives market, but the drivers of change are not. This year's research into market participant opinions revealed that the top three drivers are geopolitical conflict, prediction markets and tokenization. Just as telling, the regulatory agenda, which had been a top concern in the past, dropped to fifth place on this year's list..
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Viewpoint – Prediction markets need clear rules
Prediction markets will continue to evolve in ways we cannot fully anticipate today. But one principle should remain constant: innovation works best inside open, transparent and well-regulated markets. -
FIA’s Markets Academy aims to help the next generation get to grips with derivatives markets
With interns arriving each year with limited exposure to futures markets, FIA’s new program offers a structured, practical starting point for building industry knowledge. MarketVoice spoke to Guy Sheetz, who oversees the strategic direction, operations and expansion of FIA Markets Academy, about why the program was created, how firms can use it and what interns can expect to learn. -
Three peaks, one kilt – and 24 hours to finish the job
Mark Bortnik and a team of futures industry leaders complete the UK Three Peaks Challenge, climbing the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales in under 24 hours in support of Futures for Kids. -
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Data Spotlight: FCM funds hit record $442 billion
Customer funds held at US futures brokers climbed to a record $442.7 billion in February 2026, up 26% year-on-year, according to FIA analysis. The surge reflects a sustained period of heightened volatility across global markets, driven by geopolitical developments. A second major driver has been the expansion of retail trading activity in futures markets. -
MarketVoice Podcast - Jeremy Maletz, Head of Macro Trading and Prediction Markets, Susquehanna International Group
Walt Lukken sat down with Jeremy Maletz, head of macro trading and prediction markets at Susquehanna International Group. While retail trading in prediction markets has captured the headlines, Jeremy shared why Susquehanna jumped into these markets, what it took to scale up, how they navigate the myriad contracts and the legal uncertainty surrounding prediction markets. For any institutions interested in learning more, use the Contact FIA form on FIA.org to connect with Jeremy.
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