Since the failures of MF Global and PFG, CME Group has worked closely with futures industry leaders to restore customer confidence and strengthen the protection of customer segregated funds. Together, CME Group, the NFA and the CFTC worked together to institute, in order to deter the misuse of customer funds, including: Daily segregation reporting by all FCMs. Bi-monthly reporting on investment of segregated funds. Increased surprise reviews of customer segregated funds. Ability to electronically confirm firms’ customer seg balances. New rules providing direct, online access to firm bank accounts for confirmations. CEO/CFO accountability for disbursements of more than 25 percent…