MarketVoice News
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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.
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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.
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Traders pivot to options as volatility redefines hedging
Exchange data points to a growing preference for options as market participants seek more precise risk protection amid geopolitical and policy uncertainty.
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People News April/May 2026
Appointments, promotions and other people news in the derivatives industry
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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.
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Hong Kong sharpens focus on connectivity and growth as derivatives activity accelerates
Hong Kong has seen its role as a gateway between China and global markets strengthen amid a surge in cross-border trading and derivatives activity. Market participants say sustaining that momentum will depend on continued investment in infrastructure and diversification across asset classes.
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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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CFTC chief defends oversight as Congress presses on insider trading risks
Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael Selig told Congress the agency is cracking down on insider trading, amid mounting concerns over potential misuse of non-public information in oil, equity and prediction markets.
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The facts speak: What are they saying about the CFTC budget?
A skeptical reporter recently asked me about the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s budget and if it felt justifiable. My hot take: it feels sensible. And if you know me, you know I am about to bring the data (and charts) to back that up.
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