tl;dr: The 1st multivariate polynomial commitment scheme based on a non-trivial generalization of KZG.Introduce the PST scheme[^PST13], originally published ...| alinush.github.io
In part 1 of this blog, we promised to follow up with part 2. Here it is. Key takeaways Background In Part 1, we estimated that, of the $31.1 trillion SDR-reported FRA activity in H1 2025, reset optimization-driven FRA spike days from OSTTRA’s Reset service and Tullett Prebon’s Matchbook service (formerly “tpMatch”) totaled $25.0 trillion. […]| Clarus Financial Technology
In this lively episode of The Derivative, Jeff Malec sits down with NASDAQ's Kevin Davitt and Nick Smith for a deep dive into the wild world of index options, with a special focus on the NASDAQ 100. These guys break down everything from the evolution of options trading to why the NASDAQ 100 is becoming the cool kid on the financial block. Kevin and Nick bring their A-game, unpacking the index's unique volatility, global revenue streams, and why younger investors are totally crushing on this ...| RCM Alternatives
Clearing houses have published their latest CPMI-IOSCO Quantitative Disclosures for Q2 2025. Key takeaways Background Under the CPMI-IOSCO Public Quantitative Disclosures, central counterparties (CCPs) publish over 200 quantitative data fields covering margin, default resources, credit risk, collateral, liquidity risk, back-testing, and more. CCPView has more than 8 years of these quarterly disclosures for 44 clearinghouses, each with multiple Clearing […]| Clarus Financial Technology
Following our blog in April 2024, we further explore the volume expansions and market transitions in JPY IR derivatives. Key takeaways Cleared OTC interest rate derivatives (IRD) volumes As noted in our quarterly CCP IRD volumes blog, JPY IRD volumes exploded in 2024 and 2025. I wanted to look over a longer period to see […]| Clarus Financial Technology
Today we look at issuer names most actively traded in trades reported to US SEC Securities Based Swap Data Repositories (SBSDRs) in July 2025. The prior similar blog covered April 2025. Today’s iteration also includes a brief review of overall single-name CDS volumes. CDS on sovereigns We start with USD CDS on sovereign names. Table […]| Clarus Financial Technology
January 14, 2025 – Happy New Year, everybody! I hope you had a quiet, relaxing Christmas season and a great start to the New Year. As I’ve done in prior years, I want to update you on my options trading strategy: How was the performance in CY 2024? Are there any strategy changes? How did … Continue reading Options Trading Series: Part 13 – Year 2024 Review The post Options Trading Series: Part 13 – Year 2024 Review appeared first on Early Retirement Now.| Early Retirement Now
September 17, 2024 – Welcome to another installment of my Options Trading Series. Please click here for the Options Landing Page for more details about the strategy. People frequently ask me how I deal with losses when I trade my options strategy. My approach is that a loss is water under the bridge, and I … Continue reading Why the Wheel Strategy Doesn’t Work – Options Series Part 12 The post Why the Wheel Strategy Doesn’t Work – Options Series Part 12 appeared first on Early Ret...| Early Retirement Now
This blog reviews central counterparty (CCP) volumes and market share for cleared credit derivatives (CRD) and FX derivatives (FXD) in Q2 2025. For all-currency CRD, comparing Q2 2025 with Q2 2024, we see 45 percent volume increases, with indexes up 46 percent, single-names up 11 percent, and swaptions up 152 percent. Analyzing by currency shows that: […]| Clarus Financial Technology
North Dakota is staunchly conservative, having voted Republican in every presidential election since Lyndon Johnson in 1964. So how is it that the state boasts the only state-owned bank in the nation? Has it secretly gone socialist? No. The Bank of North Dakota (BND) operates on the same principles as any capitalist bank, except that […]| WEB OF DEBT BLOG
We’re excited to announce our launch of regulated crypto derivatives in Europe, providing our clients and partners with access to a full suite of liquid futures instruments – all within a recognized regulatory framework. Eligible clients and partners in the European Economic Area (EEA) can now trade a broad range of crypto derivatives, including both […]| Kraken Blog
Box Spreads can provide a high-yield and tax-advantaged alternative to CDs and money market accounts. Here's a step-by-step guide.| Early Retirement Now
