FIA expresses support for the overall direction of the proposals and recognises the important role that an effective investor identification framework would play in strengthening market transparency, enhancing surveillance and supporting the continued development of Hong Kong’s derivatives market.
CONTINUE READINGThere is tremendous change facing the cleared derivatives markets today, especially when compared to 2008 when the CFTC was last reauthorized. FIA strongly supports the reauthorization of the CFTC, as it reinforces the agency’s mission and central role in safeguarding markets critical to the global economy.
CONTINUE READINGWalt Lukken sat down with Alan Guarino, vice chair of the global management firm Korn Ferry. Alan is widely considered the go-to resource for leadership advice and wisdom in our industry. They discussed how his military career led to his success today, his missionary work in Appalachia, his new book - The Greatness Code: The Formula behind Unstoppable Success. and much more.
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CONTINUE READINGEPTA has responded to the FCA Consultation Paper on the UK Short Selling Regime. The response is generally in favour of the proposed changes while suggesting some further reforms to meet their objective, which is to reduce the operational burden on firms and make the SSR fit for the UK market.
CONTINUE READINGFIA congratulates Mike on his confirmation to chair the CFTC. At a time when Congress is navigating a regulatory framework for digital assets, and technology is disrupting and enhancing traditional finance, Mike is the right person with the right experience to lead the agency through these times of great change.
CONTINUE READINGThis 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.
CONTINUE READINGWith 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.
CONTINUE READINGNon-traditional derivatives, such as perpetual futures and event-based contracts, are moving rapidly into the mainstream, driven by advances in technology, demand for round-the-clock trading and the continued institutionalisation of crypto assets. These themes were in focus during a panel discussion at FIA Asia. Executives from exchanges and futures commission merchants discussed the attractiveness of these products and how prepared the industry is to support them at scale.
CONTINUE READINGAt FIA Expo, Walt Lukken sat down with Circle's co-founder and CEO Jeremy Allaire. They discussed Circle going public, stablecoins on a basic level and Circle's own USDC, the GENIUS Act and how that will change the financial landscape, central bank digital currencies, and more.
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