NIBA Journal

Insights, analysis, and updates from the National Introducing Brokers Association

May 31, 2022

Inflation Dynamics, Geopolitical Risks and Commodity Markets

NIBA invites you to join us on June 9th at 3:30pm CT for a conversation with Erik Norland, Executive Director and Senior Economist at CME Group. Erik will discuss the following topics: Russia, China and Global Supply Lines How does inflation impact agricultural goods markets? Will China’s slowing economy bring a halt to the commodity rally? What does tighter U.S. monetary policy mean for currencies and for agricultural goods prices? Complete your registration by following the link below. Further instructions on joining will be provided following registration. Please contact events@cmegroup.com if you have any questions. Event Partner

Your NIBA Membership

For over 30 years, NIBA has voiced the opinion of the Association to our regulators, and provided education you need for business growth. During the past year, your support and commitment to the NIBA have helped the Association to: Represent NIBA opinions to the CFTC (most recently during the 5/25/22 Roundtable) Interact with NFA and CME Group to present five free-to-all seminars Keep NIBA’s online Broker Directory the most-searched section of our website Create and deliver a twice-monthly newsletter directly to your in-box Thank You! I’m writing today to ask you to renew your NIBA membership as a Premium Member. Your Premium Membership of $150 helps the Association: Participate in rulemaking at the CFTC and with our other regulators Upgrade NIBA Archives and our online Broker Directory Provide in-person and hybrid member events with our education partners – Save Sept. 15, 2022 - more on that joint DePaul University event...

NIBA Membership Call to Action

We value your support! This is a call to action for all Introducing Brokers, CTAs, and CPOs to join or upgrade your membership with the NIBA. We have been showcasing new industry products over the past few months, held events around regulatory challenges, and will be bringing back conferences in Fall of 2022. It is our mission to provide these educational and social events for the derivatives industry and look forward to continuing the effort as we try to put Covid in our review mirror. We need the industry support to continue this effort and ask that you jump aboard the NIBA today by joining as a premium member. Benefits Directory Listing as NIBA Member Industry networking through live events (cocktail parties, conferences) Keep up with new industry products and regulatory changes Lobbying efforts to regulators on behalf of the industry. For $150/year, join as a premium member and receive...

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April 27, 2022

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Expanded CFTC Enforcement Under Rule 180.1

In the last few years, CFTC has used CFTC Rule 180.1 to pursue claims as frequently, if not with greater frequency, than claims brought under traditional fraud provisions such as Sections 4c and 6c of the Commodity Exchange Act, which are the statutory provisions under which CFTC Rule 180.1 was adopted. This article will provide a brief overview of cases that provide insight into the expanded scope and reach of enforcement efforts by CFTC under Rule 180.1. Prior to adoption of CFTC Rule 180.1 in 2011, CFTC had limited authority to bring enforcement actions involving the use of non-public information. Before adoption of the rule, the Commodity Exchange Act only prohibited insider trading claims involving the misuse of confidential information by CFTC employees, exchange employees or employees of SROs. This narrow reach has been expanded under CFTC Rule 180.1 to include the misuse of confidential information by any person from...

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November 23, 2021

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NFA and NIBA announce joint webinar: Supervision in a Hybrid Environment

On Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. CT/4:30 p.m. ET, NFA and the NIBA will hold a webinar discussing NFA supervision requirements as they pertain to hybrid and remote work environments. During the webinar, representatives from NFA and the NIBA will discuss, among other things: Oversight of remote APs and employees; Supervision of broker communications, order handling and trading activities; Technology and information security; and Recordkeeping. Representatives will also respond to questions submitted by attendees. There is no charge to attend the webinar; however, registration is required. An archived version of the webinar and a transcript will be available on NFA's website following the live presentation.

DePaul University's Arditti Center for Risk Management hosts 8th Annual Cyber Risk Conference

DePaul University's Arditti Center for Risk Management hosts its 8th Annual Cyber Risk Conference on Tuesday, November 30th. The early bird discount ends on November 22nd. The below link is a 20% discount on top of the early bird discount. NIBA members will continue to receive a 20% discount after the early bird pricing ends. About this event The attendees have a choice of attending in-person or via Zoom. In-person is limited to 50 attendees. The remainder of the attendees will be online. Attendees must register in advance to attend. The three panels of the event include: Prepare or Pay: The Current Ransomware and Supply Chain Landscape Teamwork on Legal & Insurance Issues Teamwork, building a stronger team together Some of the Panelists include: Ricardo Lafosse, CISO, Kraft Heinz Company Parham Eftekhari, senior vice president, and executive director, The Cybersecurity Collaborative Elizabeth Khalil, managing director, AGC, US chief privacy counsel,...

The 2021 Edition of The Complete IB Handbook

"The 2021 edition of The Complete IB Handbook" is now available. The Complete IB Handbook has guided the industry with exclusive insights for years. Recently released, the ninth edition of the Complete IB Handbook offers a full guide to doing business as an introducing broker ‒ sponsored by CME Group and written by Melinda Schramm, Founder and Chairman of the National Introducing Brokers Association (NIBA). The handbook compiles survey data from National Futures Association (NFA) registered introducing brokers and provides an updated view of the IB community. View The 2021 edition of The Complete IB Handbook Here

Dorman Trading Celebrates NIBA's 30th Anniversary

Congratulations to the NIBA on its 30th Anniversary! It is a true testament to the excellent leadership and members to remain relevant and have such a positive impact on the futures industry over such a long period of time. It is no small feat that the NIBA has been able to grow its membership base for three decades. Without a doubt, Melinda Schramm deserves much of the credit for this accomplishment. Melinda reached out to me when I was a newcomer in the industry and has always been kind and generous with her time, relationships, and selfless guidance. That same generosity and determination is what makes the NIBA successful, as Introducing Brokers and other NIBA members can attest. The NIBA has always been there to advocate for its membership and the futures industry, and I know it will continue to do so in the future. Best of luck and here’s...

NFA Celebrates NIBA's 30th Anniversary

Congratulations to the NIBA on its 30th anniversary! As the self-regulatory organization for the derivatives industry, a critical element of NFA's mission is to ensure that all NFA Members understand their regulatory obligations. During the past few decades, NFA and the NIBA have often collaborated to develop educational materials, draft notices and deliver programs specifically customized for the NIBA's membership. NIBA Chairman and Founder Melinda Schramm and her team work tirelessly to identify these educational opportunities and ensure that each program successfully addresses the needs of derivatives professionals. For example, NFA and the NIBA recently delivered a webinar entitled "Navigating Regulatory Requirements in a Hybrid Environment." Feel free to access this informative webinar on NFA's website. NFA looks forward to further collaboration with the NIBA to deliver future educational programs addressing NIBA members' regulatory requirements. Best wishes to the NIBA and Melinda on many more years of success!

Total Farm Marketing by Stewart-Peterson Celebrates NIBA's 30th Anniversary

Congratulations on your 30th anniversary! Stewart-Peterson has been involved with NIBA since the beginning. From the start, we recognized the need for an organization that is in our corner, forging positive relationships for the betterment of the industry. Through connections with other industry firms and regulators, they have provided guidance in compliance and business growth. The education and networking events provided by NIBA are well-attended and worthwhile. With ever-changing rules and regulations, the NIBA is an organization we can lean on for compliance. Over the years, the NIBA has been instrumental in bringing a positive light to our industry. We look forward to the years ahead. By embracing changes and weathering disruptions, our customers will benefit through efficiencies and increased trust. 30 years, and many more to come! Stewart-Peterson Group

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