When was ICE founded?

ICE, or IntercontinentalExchange, Inc., was founded in 2000. It was established by Jeffrey C. Sprecher, who is currently the company's Chairman and CEO. ICE was created with the purpose of transforming the trading of energy commodities. Over the years, ICE has grown and diversified its offerings to include a wide range of futures and options contracts across various asset classes. It has expanded its global footprint and established itself as a leading operator of global exchanges and clearinghouses. Today, ICE encompasses multiple platforms and exchanges, including ICE Futures, NYSE, and Bakkt. As an innovative and dynamic company, ICE continues to revolutionize the financial markets, providing advanced technology, risk management solutions, and transparent markets to support the evolving needs of its clients.