Options
Cboe set to launch cash-settled Bitcoin ETF options as crypto booms
Crypto derivatives such as options and futures have been largely traded outside the US given regulations related to such contracts within the country
 "Cboe set to launch cash-settled Bitcoin ETF options as crypto booms")
Forex derivatives volumes to plummet 80% on mandatory exposure rule
The rule, which comes into effect from April 5, was reiterated by exchanges on Monday following concerns raised by brokers about its impact on volumes
 "Forex derivatives volumes to plummet 80% on mandatory exposure rule")
Sebi introduces settlement third scheme on illiquid stock option cases
Capital markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday introduced a third settlement scheme for entities involved in reversal trades in the stock options segment on BSE in 2014 and 2015. The scheme will commence on March 11 and conclude on May 10, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said in a statement. After the expiry of the scheme period, actions as per the relevant provisions of securities laws will be continued against the entities which do not avail this opportunity for settlement. Moreover, the regulator said that frequently asked questions with respect to the scheme will be available on the websites of Sebi and BSE on March 11. The scheme would provide a settlement opportunity to all the entities that have executed reversal trades in the stock options between April 1, 2014, and September 30, 2015, against whom proceedings have been initiated and are pending before any authority or forum. By availing the benefit of the scheme, the entities can settle such proceedings and
 "Sebi introduces settlement third scheme on illiquid stock option cases")
Retail play in equities cash segment dwindles amid heightened volatility
Share of retail in cash segment down over 10 percentage points in one year; but activity spikes in options
 "Retail play in equities cash segment dwindles amid heightened volatility")
US investigates options trade gained on Microsoft-Activision deal: WSJ
US probes large bets that Barry Diller, Alexander von Furstenberg and David Geffen made on Activision Blizzard Inc shares in January, days before the videogame maker agreed to be acquired by Microsoft
 "US investigates options trade gained on Microsoft-Activision deal: WSJ")
Some on Wall St try options trade to bet against AMC without getting burned
AMC's stock rose just over 83% this past week
 "Some on Wall St try options trade to bet against AMC without getting burned")
Sellers crucial for success of commodity options
Option writers' role will be crucial for success of option contracts for commodities
 "Sellers crucial for success of commodity options")
Sebi may allow options in select commodities
MCX may be allowed to introduce options in 2 metals, while NCDEX could be allowed options in 2 most liquid commodities
 "Sebi may allow options in select commodities")
