The pace of change is undoubtedly quickening in our markets. We must have a regulatory structure that can keep up with the markets.
CONTINUE READINGEPTA, along with nine other Trade Associations, seek delay to EMIR 3.0 7(d) reporting until the corresponding regulatory technical standards and implementing technical standards are applicable.
CONTINUE READINGWorldwide 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.
CONTINUE READINGFive years ago, FIA welcomed nine technology startups from around the world to its annual Innovators Pavilion, a showcase held each November at FIA’s Futures and Options Expo in Chicago. We check back in on some of the companies for an update.
CONTINUE READINGFIA’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 READINGThis document, first issued in February 2012, has been prepared by members of the FIA Law and Compliance Division and contains questions and answers addressing the basics of (i) segregation, collateral management and investments, (ii) minimum financial and other requirements for futures commission merchants (FCMs) and joint FCM/broker-dealers, and (iii) derivatives clearing organization (DCO) guarantee funds.
CONTINUE READINGWalt Lukken sat down with Futures Industry Hall of Fame member Richard Berliand last month in New York City. A legend in the industry, Richard serves as board chair of TP ICAP, the world’s largest inter-dealer broker and world’s largest energy & commodities broker. They discussed the state of the derivatives markets, the regulatory environment, FCMs, the challenges of 24/7 trading and clearing, why young people should go into finance and Richard's passion for aviation.
CONTINUE READINGThe cleared derivatives industry reaffirmed its commitment to industry resilience and cybersecurity preparedness with the successful completion of the 2025 FIA Disaster Recovery Test on Saturday, 25 October 2025.
CONTINUE READINGCEO Steve Murigi talks to FIA's MarketVoice about grassroots leadership, sustainable change, and why hope is a long-term investment.
CONTINUE READINGThis course, produced jointly by FIA and ICE US, is designed to help market users understand and comply with some of the most important trading rules of the exchange. Content covers disruptive trading practices, wash trades, position limits, block trades, exchange-for-related-positions, and pre-arranged trades.
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