On November 10, 2010, the CFTC proposed rules concerning swap dealers and major swap participants (“swaps entities”) under the Dodd-Frank Act. The rules address entity registration, conflicts of interest involving research and clearing activities, chief compliance officer designation and risk management, reporting and operational requirements.


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