Walt Lukken Previews FIA Boca 2026

In what is an annual tradition for this podcast, Futures Industry Association President and CEO Walt Lukken stops by the show to preview what's in store at the annual Global Cleared Markets Conference in Boca Raton, Florida. The agenda in Boca is always packed with fireside chats, speeches and panel discussions featuring some of the most influential leaders in the derivatives industry. Lukken also shares his insights on key issues that are likely to be top-of-mind in the Florida sun, including:Prediction markets, digital assets, 24/7 trading and Treasury clearingThe importance of tokenization and other advancements in improving market efficiencyWhat the presence of new regulators in the US means for policy prioritiesThe FIA's work and achievements since last year's gathering in BocaHoosier Walt!!!: We also had a bit of fun during our conversation. Walt was in South Florida earlier this year to watch Head Coach Curt Cignetti, Heisman Trophy-winner Fernando Mendoza and the rest of the Indiana Hoosiers win the college football national championship. As a proud Hooiser alum, Walt says he might have a few surprises up his sleeve in Boca to help mark IU's iconic achievement.