Disruptive trading practices are prohibited and specifically addressed within CME rules and regulations. CME Group's Market Regulation team has created the following educational course on Distruptive Practices Prohibited. If you have a few minutes it's worth a look.
Market Regulation: Disruptive Practices Prohibited - Spoofing
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The National Introducing Brokers Association (NIBA) had the distinct honor of ringing the closing bell on the floor of the Chicago Board Options Exchange as part of our 35th anniversary celebrations. Surrounded by the energy and camaraderie of the trading floor community, NIBA Chairman, Melinda Schramm and NIBA board members marked this milestone by participating in a time-honored market tradition that symbolizes the close of trading and the collective spirit of our industry. This moment not only highlights NIBA’s enduring role in the futures and options markets but also reinforces the deep connections we share with the broader trading community — a vibrant network of professionals committed to growth, integrity, and innovation. Watch the video below to relive this special...
When I am talking with a friend or colleague who wants to kickstart their marketing efforts, my approach is “simpler is better”. It’s a lot like getting off the couch and back into the gym. Often the best way is to start simple and then build up from there. So, what I’d like to suggest to you as a NIBA member firm is to get started with SEGMENTATION of your contacts and customers. Imagine the difference in experience for a commodities trader who receives an email promoting opening an account. In the first email, it has a general header that seems to focus on equity indexes and has several forex symbols shown. In the second example, the entire header is...
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