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Perpetual Futures Contracts
Long used offshore, this novel product has arrived in the US. First launched in 2016 by BitMEX, the crypto industry has popularized perpetual futures contracts in offshore markets with increasingly strong interest. Learn more about perpetual futures and why they are so popular.
CONTINUE READINGClearing 101: Safeguards for the Futures Market
Whether you're a futures industry professional, commercial hedger, fund manager or professional trader, it is important to understand the critical role that clearing plays in reducing the risk of counterparty default, guaranteeing the financial performance of all contracts and safeguarding customer funds.
CONTINUE READINGCommodities 101: From Physical to Futures
Commodities 101 is a foundational course designed to introduce you to the world of commodities (both physical and futures) and how they're traded. This comprehensive introductory course demystifies the world of commodities by exploring their structure, market dynamics, key participants, and the tools used to manage risk and gain exposure.
CONTINUE READINGFIA and ISDA respond to CPMI-IOSCO consultation on general business losses
FIA and ISDA backed CPMI-IOSCO proposals, urging clearer prescriptive treatment of FMI general business losses, stronger resources, consistent scenarios, transparency, and rejecting margin gains haircutting.
CONTINUE READINGThe Criminal Provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act
This webinar provides an overview of the criminal provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act and practical insights for firms to avoid liability. Specific topics will include: the elements of criminal violations under the CEA, notable prosecutions brought under the criminal provisions, analysis of why prosecutors prefer using the wire fraud and commodities fraud statutes to charge commodities fraud schemes, how criminal prosecutors analyze potential criminal commodity violations as well as their process for approving charges and practice pointers for avoiding criminal scrutiny for CEA violations. Jones Day attorneys draw on their prior experience at both the CFTC and DOJ where they served in senior roles.
CONTINUE READINGEPTA responds to FCA consultation on market risk capital requirements for investment firms
EPTA has submitted a response to the FCA’s Engagement Paper: Market risk capital requirements for investment firms. A revised prudential framework should reflect the risk of harm posed by specialised trading firms, which do not conduct bank-like activities.
CONTINUE READINGPeople News - November/December 2025
Appointments, promotions and other people news in the derivatives industry
CONTINUE READINGFIA New Member Profile – Lime Trading Corp.
Lime Trading Corp. is a registered non-clearing FCM, providing institutional, professional and retail traders with direct market access and low-latency execution for futures trading.
CONTINUE READINGNavigating Give Up Agreements
This course provides an in-depth explanation of the different versions of the FIA International Uniform Give-Up Agreement, what it covers, clarifies the roles and obligations of each party, and illustrates the Give-Up Agreement workflow. Interactive scenarios offer practical ways to troubleshoot everyday issues.
CONTINUE READINGProtection of Customer Funds FAQs
This newly added resource provides a clear overview of the regulatory framework governing the protection of customer funds, including FCM segregation, collateral management, and investment of customer funds.
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