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Capital / Liquidity
APRA Releases Final Prudential Standard on Capital Adequacy
By Editors | 06/08/2021
CET1 capital may not have unusual features that could undermine its role as the highest quality loss-absorbing capital. The final APS 111 takes effect from 1 January 2022.
Enforcement
ASIC Issues Update on Compensation Paid for Non-compliant Advice
By Editors | 05/08/2021
Australia’s 6 largest FIs have paid over A$1.86 billion to compensate customers for fees-for-no-service misconduct and non-compliant advice.
Securities / Derivatives
Australia Launches Inquiry into Stock Ownership by Large Funds
By Editors | 04/08/2021
The government is said to be concerned about the growing influence of super funds as large shareholders of ASX listed companies.
AML / KYC
Australian Mining Magnate Charged Over A$38.5m Tax Evasion
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/08/2021
The founder of a mining software and equipment company did not disclose overseas trust assets and evaded income tax over 15 years.
Fintech / Regtech
Australian Fintech Regulation Has to Change
By Dirk Steller | 03/08/2021
The government has dropped the ball when it comes to supporting the Australian fintech ecosystem, says Dirk Steller, founder of VC firm Seed Space.
AML / KYC
NZ FIU Calls on Industry to Ramp Up AML Efforts
By Manesh Samtani | 03/08/2021
The goal is to push criminals to the margins and into the hands of non-compliant operators, where law enforcement can be deployed more effectively.
Capital / Liquidity
RBNZ to Tighten Mortgage Lending Standards From October
By Editors | 02/08/2021
The RBNZ will further restrict high-LVR lending, and also consider the use of DTI restrictions and interest rate floors.
AML / KYC
Western Australia Man Jailed for Dealing in Criminal Proceeds
By Editors | 02/08/2021
The man was sentenced to five years jail over A$6.1mn in cash discovered as a result of intelligence gained during Operation Ironside.
Securities / Derivatives
APRA Raises Expectations on Superannuation Entities
By Editors | 02/08/2021
APRA has written to RSE licensees describing their key obligations in light of the introduction of the Your Future, Your Super reforms.
Enforcement
Westpac Insider Trading Case May Not Be Heard Until 2023
By Editors | 01/08/2021
A proposed February 2022 trial date will not be feasible as Westpac will have to be allowed sufficient time to review expert evidence.
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