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    Cryptocurrency

    ATO Asks Crypto Firms to Hand Over User Data

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/04/2024

    The ATO says the data collection effort is to ensure that crypto traders are fulfilling their tax lodgment, reporting and payment obligations.

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    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Australia: MFAA Issues Updated Advertising Guidelines

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/04/2024

    The updated guidelines are intended to facilitate compliance by members of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia.

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    Capital Adequacy

    RBNZ Issues Response to Banking Competition Study

    By Mark Johnston | 25/04/2024

    The RBNZ disagrees with a Commerce Commission recommendation that the prudential capital settings for banks should be reviewed.

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    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    Global Operation Takes Down ‘LabHost’ Cybercrime Service

    By Mark Johnston | 25/04/2024

    LabHost offered a service since 2021 that enabled over 10,000 cybercriminals to create fake websites and conduct phishing campaigns.

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    Payments & Settlements

    RBA Offers Analysis on Interlinking Fast Payment Systems

    By Mark Johnston | 25/04/2024

    The RBA’s analysis aims to inform future discussions about the potential for interlinking the NPP to fast payment systems in other countries.

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    Structural Regulation

    New Zealand Announces Reforms to Improve Access to Loans

    By Editors | 24/04/2024

    The government will revoke the affordability regulations introduced in 2021 and improve dispute resolution, among other measures.

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    Supervision & Enforcement

    South Australia Proposes Higher Penalties for Casino Misconduct

    By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2024

    The proposed laws are expected to ensure a greater level of accountability and responsibility, and result in heftier fines for SkyCity.

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    Clearing & Post-Trade

    ASX Seeks Feedback on Potential Move to T+1 Settlement Cycle

    By Editors | 24/04/2024

    ASX is seeking industry feedback on the impacts of transitioning from T+2 to T+1 settlement in Australia.

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    Reporting & Disclosures

    Preparations for Mandatory Climate Disclosures Must Start: ASIC

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2024

    ASIC calls on companies to put in place systems, processes and governance practices that will be required to meet new climate reporting requirements.

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    Liquidity Risk

    New Zealand FMA Issues Liquidity Risk Management Guide

    By Editors | 24/04/2024

    The new guide emphasises the importance of effective liquidity risk management at “all stages of fund management”.

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