Regulatory Alerts2013-09-12 | 2013-22185Concept Release on Risk Controls and System Safeguards for Automated Trading Environments
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued this concept release to evaluate the adequacy of existing risk controls and system safeguards in highly automated derivatives trading environments. The document catalogs current industry practices regarding pre-trade risk controls, post-trade reports, and system safeguards while seeking public comment on the need for additional regulatory measures. It aims to ensure that regulatory standards are calibrated to address the unique risks posed by high-speed algorithmic trading and interconnected market structures.
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