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, 2024Amid 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
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March 18, 2024In 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, 2024Cantrell 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
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