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CONTINUE READINGWASHINGTON, DC – FIA president and CEO Walt Lukken today announced Darin Guries will join FIA as Vice President of US Government Relations starting 2 September.
CONTINUE READINGFIA and board members met with members of the Trump Administration this month to share views on capital – both the Basel End Game and the ongoing need for cross-product netting – as well as US Treasury clearing, among other issues. In his latest Viewpoint column, Walt Lukken, FIA’s President and CEO, highlights the incredible value in meeting with policymakers in person to advocate the industry’s priorities.
CONTINUE READINGWorldwide volume of exchange-traded derivatives reached 8.76 billion contracts in June. This was down 0.6% from May 2025 and down 48.5% from June 2024.
CONTINUE READINGWhile the US and Europe have shifted their main sources of power generation from fossil fuels to natural gas and renewable energy, many developing countries still rely on coal to keep their economies going. Paul Cusanza, chairman and CEO at Nodal Exchange, says this needs to change for the sake of the future of the planet.
CONTINUE READINGFirms that had exited fossil fuels entertain a return.
CONTINUE READINGWhile US Crypto Week marks a watershed moment for the digital asset industry, crypto bosses have warned more regulatory certainty in Europe is needed despite the MiCA head start.
CONTINUE READINGEMIR 3.0 – On 19 June 2025, ESMA has issued its final report on the Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) outlining the conditions for compliance with the active account requirement (AAR), pursuant to the European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR) 3.0. The RTS have been submitted to the European Commission (EC) for endorsement and will subsequently undergo review by the European Parliament and the Council.
CONTINUE READINGIndustry and regulation experts gathered at FIA’s commodities forum in Leipzig, Germany last month to discuss the biggest issues impacting their markets. MarketVoice captured some of the highlights, including discussions on the European Commission targeted consultation on commodity derivatives, position limits and ancillary activities exemptions and the energy transition.
CONTINUE READINGThe digital asset industry deserves and requires a proper regulatory framework that will keep these markets safe, innovative and growing. The US has an opportunity to lead in the global development of digital assets, but Congress must act quickly. Without this leadership, these markets will continue to expand overseas and outside of the reach of US influence.
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