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In today's John Lothian News Daily Update:

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd. (HKEX) announces CEO Nicolas Aguzin's departure, with Bonnie Chan succeeding him as CEO in May.

The FIA EPTA releases a report emphasizing the role of Exchange Traded Derivatives (ETDs) in advancing sustainable capital markets.

It's a "triple witching" day in the markets, with the simultaneous expiration of derivatives contracts.

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) achieves a new record in open interest with 86 million contracts.

The former COO of Wirecard may have been a Russian operative, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Exchange Analytics introduces an updated catalog of regulatory compliance courses.

The IRS unveils the optional standard mileage rates for 2024.

DNA from Neanderthals may explain why some people are morning people.

A correction regarding the FIA Asia video interview subject.

Additionally, the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) and the International Regulatory Strategy Group (IRSG) publish a new voluntary code of conduct for ESG ratings and data products providers, aligned with IOSCO's recommendations.

Thursday, December 14th, 2023

Here are the highlights from the December 13, 2023 episode of the John Lothian Daily Update podcast:

Registration is now open for the FIA's International Futures Conference in Boca Raton, FL, scheduled for March 10 to 13, 2024, at the Boca Resort. Early registration is encouraged for this industry-leading event featuring key industry figures and firms shaping the landscape.

The conference runs from Monday to Wednesday, with a pre-conference reception on Sunday night. JLN will be present with its video team to conduct interviews, and attendees are encouraged to participate in video history projects by sharing their insights at the conference.

Trading Technologies (TT) continues to transform after its acquisition, announcing two new dedicated business lines: TT Compliance and TT Quantitative Trading Solutions (QTS). These initiatives build on TT's offerings in trade surveillance, algorithmic and quantitative trading, and leverage acquisitions like Abel Noser Solutions and RCM-X.

The Wall Street Journal has curated a list of "31 Unique Gifts for Men Who Have Everything" for those looking for special gift ideas.

A Lamborghini driven by Leonardo DiCaprio in 'The Wolf of Wall Street' was auctioned for $1.655 million during RM Sotheby's Luxury Week event on December 8, breaking the previous sales record by $880,000.

COP28 negotiations concluded with world governments agreeing to a new climate deal in Dubai, featuring a call to transition away from fossil fuels and a goal to triple renewable energy usage by 2030. However, the language remains vague and may allow some countries to take minimal action.

Other notable stories include Apple enhancing iPhone security, insights on Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers contract, and True Anomaly Inc. raising $100 million for satellite development to track space threats.

Don't miss these updates and stories shaping the financial and technology industries.