Australia

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

ASIC Warns of Scammers Using Fake Crypto Trading Platforms

By Editors | 27/05/2026

The regulator has issued an alert about scams luring investors through messaging apps onto fraudulent crypto-asset trading platforms that feign profits.

AI Risk & Governance

Australia and UK Sign Pact on AI Safety and Security

By Editors | 27/05/2026

The agreement establishes a formal partnership to align on research, testing, and governance for frontier AI models, bolstering international cooperation.

Market Abuse

US Exempts Some Foreign Insiders from Transaction Reporting Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 27/05/2026

SEC order grants a conditional exemption for directors and officers of certain foreign private issuers in Australia, India, and Singapore.

Operational Risk

Australia Proposes Higher Supervisory Levies for 2026-27

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/05/2026

The Australian government is seeking industry feedback on a proposed 5.2 percent hike in supervisory levies to AUD 297.3 million, driven by increased costs at APRA and the ATO.

Reporting & Disclosures

Australia Faces Warnings Over Plan to Ease Corporate Reporting Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/05/2026

The government’s budget plan to double financial reporting thresholds for mid-sized firms has drawn sharp criticism from accountants, who warn of unacceptable economic risks and a lack of consultation.

Market Abuse

Australian Court Clarifies Sentencing Principles in Insider Trading Appeal

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/05/2026

A former fund manager has been re-sentenced for insider trading, with an appeal court clarifying how post-offence conduct affects sentencing for serious financial crimes.

Cybersecurity

Philippines and Australia Deepen Fintech Cooperation Ties

By Editors | 26/05/2026

A new bilateral agreement aims to foster collaboration in digital banking, AI, and cybersecurity, and includes support for the upcoming Manila Tech Summit.

Structural Regulation

ASIC Flags Tougher Scrutiny for ASX Amid Leadership Change

By Editors | 26/05/2026

ASIC has signalled it will intensify its oversight of ASX, emphasising the critical national importance of its infrastructure as a new CEO prepares to take over.

Supervision & Enforcement

ASIC Appeals Dismissal of Disclosure Case Against Software Firm Nuix

By Editors | 25/05/2026

ASIC has filed an appeal against a Federal Court decision that dismissed its case alleging continuous disclosure breaches and misleading conduct.