ISDA’s amicus program is another important way that we fulfill our commitment to advocacy on behalf of the industry. ISDA files amicus briefs, known as “friend of the court” briefs, in court cases around the world that raise important policy issues that impact the over the counter derivatives market and market participants.
Because of ISDA’s role in the development of derivatives markets, ISDA is uniquely well positioned to address issues of general importance to the industry. For example, ISDA has filed numerous briefs addressing the interpretation of the safe harbor provisions in the Bankruptcy Code as well as defending ISDA documentation provisions.
ISDA’s amicus program continues to actively monitor litigations that may impact the OTC derivatives market or market participants and we welcome member suggestions for possible participation in cases.
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Key Trends in OTC Derivatives Market H2 2025
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ISDA-SIFMA letter to SEC on Swap Dealer Thresholds
ISDA and SIFMA have submitted a comment letter to the SEC in response to the staff report on the definitions of “security-based swap dealer” and “major security-based swap participant.” The associations recommend maintaining the current de minimis thresholds for both...
ISDA responds to RBI consultation on SA-CCR
On July 1, ISDA responded to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) consultation on draft amendment directions on the standardized approach for counterparty credit risk (SA-CCR). ISDA broadly welcomes the RBI's move to SA-CCR and updated capital treatment for exposures...
Data Subject Access Request Form
Pursuant to its mission to promote safe and efficient markets within the over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives industry, The International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. (ISDA) processes personal data of its employees, members and non-members (for example individuals attending ISDA conferences or...