Derivatives

Are European Derivatives Markets Poised for Growth Despite Challenges?
Investment & Trading Are European Derivatives Markets Poised for Growth Despite Challenges?

Amidst a complex landscape of regulatory headwinds, market fragmentation, and the aftermath of Brexit, the European derivatives markets find themselves at a crossroads. Market participants are optimistic about growth prospects, yet significant hurdles remain. This article delves into the various

June 21, 2024
Is Nigeria's Policy Inconsistency Hurting Its Economy?
Investment & Trading Is Nigeria's Policy Inconsistency Hurting Its Economy?

Amid the vibrant colors and bustling markets of Nigeria lies an undercurrent of economic uncertainty, fueled by a consistent theme of policy inconsistency. This concern came to the forefront in a candid speech delivered at Lagos Business School, where Bismarck Rewane, CEO of Financial Derivatives

May 23, 2024
How Did BitMEX Handle the Sudden Whale-Fueled BTC Dip?
Investment & Trading How Did BitMEX Handle the Sudden Whale-Fueled BTC Dip?

BitMEX recently faced a market shock when a 'whale' investor liquidated over 400 BTC, causing a sudden drop in Bitcoin's price to roughly $8,900. The exchange quickly initiated an internal review to address the slump. BitMEX's proactive disclosure of the situation and the

March 18, 2024
How Are New DeFi Protocols Reshaping the Derivatives Market?
Investment & Trading How Are New DeFi Protocols Reshaping the Derivatives Market?

In the burgeoning DeFi space, a significant shift is taking place, especially in the derivatives sector, one of DeFi's most intricate and profitable components. Current market dynamics, combined with innovative approaches, have catalyzed the emergence of new protocols in the DeFi sphere. These

March 18, 2024
CFTC's New Rule Critiqued for Inadequate Financial Crime Safeguards
Investment & Trading CFTC's New Rule Critiqued for Inadequate Financial Crime Safeguards

Cantrell Dumas of the CFTC's Derivatives Policy division is raising concerns over the recent proposal concerning customer fund safety in the event of a DCO bankruptcy. The proposal, while focusing on segregating customer funds—which stems from high-profile bankruptcy cases like that of F

March 18, 2024
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