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FIA advocates for open, transparent and competitive markets around the world. Our global advocacy team  works with regulators, policymakers, and the industry on the development and implementation of legislation and regulation through publications and filings.

FIA CEO testifies at House Agriculture Committee hearing
July 25, 2024 CONTINUE READING
FIA urges US Treasury Department to remain technology-neutral on AI
August 12, 2024 CONTINUE READING
FIA voices concerns on joint data standards proposed by financial regulators
October 23, 2024 CONTINUE READING
FIA responds to Fed proposal to expand operating hours of Fedwire and NSS
September 6, 2024 CONTINUE READING

Publications & Filings

  • FIA responds to LME Clear consultation on minimum net capital and default fund

    FIA's response to LME Clear's consultation supports proposed changes to the minimum net capital requirements, the default fund mutualisation threshold and anti-procyclicality measures. However, the letter highlights a few areas for clarification, notably the impact on its membership concerning the proposed increase in net capital requirement and further details on changes related to the default fund.

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  • Trade associations urge the European Commission to extend the equivalence decision for UK CCPs

    As the time-limited equivalence decision for UK CCPs expires on 30 June 2025, FIA and several other trade associations urge the European Commission to extend the equivalence decision for UK CCPs in a non-time-limited manner and well in advance of 31 March 2025.

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  • FIA and FIA EPTA respond to European AI Office consultation on prohibited activities and AI System definition

    FIA and FIA EPTA have submitted a response to the European Commission’s AI Office consultation on prohibited AI practices and the definition of an AI System. Following the consultation, the Commission will develop guidelines, under Article 96(1) of the AI Act, which are expected to be published in early 2025.

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  • Expo 2024 Opening Remarks: Telling the truth about our markets

    Opening remarks of Walt Lukken, President and CEO of FIA, at the Futures & Options Expo in Chicago on 18 November 2024. As prepared for delivery.

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