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FIA publishes position paper on the European Commission’s Market Integration and Supervision Package
FIA has published a position paper welcoming the European Commission’s Market Integration and Supervision Package and setting out targeted recommendations to strengthen the framework.
CONTINUE READINGFIA publishes position paper on the European Commission’s Market Integration and Supervision Package
The paper sets out FIA members’ views on key elements of the Market Integration and Supervision Package, with a particular focus on the proposed amendments to the ESMA Regulation, EMIR and the Settlement Finality framework. It highlights areas where the Commission can strengthen its proposals to support supervisory convergence, proportionality and innovation.
CONTINUE READINGCFTC Enforcement in the Trump Administration: The Year in Review, and What’s Ahead
This webinar, hosted by Akin, examines the CFTC’s enforcement activity during the first year of this administration and its likely priorities going forward. Akin presenters survey enforcement actions brought by the CFTC to date, as well as recent CFTC guidance. Presenters then discuss Chairman Selig’s views on enforcement and identify likely areas of focus for enforcement activity under his tenure.
CONTINUE READINGAI & Ethics in Listed Derivatives Markets
Artificial intelligence is transforming industries, including the futures industry, by enhancing efficiency, enabling automation, and driving innovation. Deploying AI without considering its ethical implications would be highly irresponsible. Jamila Piracci who is Principal at Roos Innovations explains how to navigate the ethical considerations and implications of AI.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to OSE consultation on revisions to the contract months of Nikkei 225 Mini Options
FIA has submitted a response to Osaka Exchange's consultation on proposed revisions to the method of setting the contract months of Nikkei 225 Mini Options. FIA welcomes OSE’s proposal to introduce additional weekly expiries, noting that a broader range of short‑dated options can support more flexible and precise risk management for market participants.
CONTINUE READINGFIA responds to EC targeted consultation on the competitiveness of the EU banking sector
FIA's response outlines proposals for a better rulemaking process in the EU and lists examples where an unlevel playing field between EU banks and global competitors has been identified. It also suggests a different regime for the determination of QCCP status for capital purposes, advocates for a change in the GSIB treatment of the principal model for cleared OTC derivatives, and calls for a permanent central bank reserves exemption from the leverage ratio.
CONTINUE READINGEPTA responds to European Commission consultation on the competitiveness of the EU banking sector
EPTA fully supports the European Commission's push to enhance the scale and effectiveness of EU capital markets and to ensure they deliver for European companies and citizens. In these uncertain times, the EU economy requires a diversity of financing options. A competitive, well-functioning ecosystem for financial intermediation is central to this.
CONTINUE READINGEPTA cautions against gas price caps in a coalition with energy and financial associations
EPTA has joined with a coalition of energy and financial industry bodies, saying that a possible price-capping intervention could compromise Europe’s energy security, disrupt the functioning of its energy markets and carry significant risks to financial stability, without delivering sustainable price relief for consumers.
CONTINUE READINGAnatomy of Prediction Markets Virtual Live Course
Prediction markets harness trading activity to forecast the likelihood of future events—ranging from elections and economic indicators to corporate performance and public policy outcomes. This course offers a practical introduction to how prediction markets operate, how trading behavior aggregates information, and why these markets can serve as powerful forecasting tools.
CONTINUE READINGClearing 101: Safeguards for the Futures Market Virtual Live Course
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.
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