AUSTRALIA

Fintech / Regtech

Australian Super Funds Urges ASIC to Create Digital Disclosure Sandbox

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/08/2025

Australia's industry body for super funds has called on ASIC to provide a safe testing environment for innovative communication methods like infographics and modular content.

AML / KYC

De-Banking Demystified: Australian Court Case Highlights AML 'Tightrope Walk' for Banks

By Nathan Lynch | 26/08/2025

An Australian bank’s decision to close the accounts belonging to a Middle Eastern charity has highlighted the need to take a measured approach to “de-banking” decisions.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Consults on Updates to Prudential and Reporting Standards

By Editors | 26/08/2025

Proposed tweaks include revised terminology, online document access and retirement of pandemic planning guide, effective January 2026

Fintech / Regtech

Australian Banks Challenge RBA Over Card Fee Overhaul

By Mark Johnston | 25/08/2025

The RBA is facing resistance from major banks over its proposed payments system reforms, as concerns shift from interchange fees to opaque scheme charges.

Market Infrastructure

Third-Party Risk Takes Centre Stage in Australia

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 25/08/2025

APRA’s new op risk framework compels financial institutions to pay closer attention to third-party concentration risk.

AML / KYC

Global Laundering Syndicates Targeting Australian Real Estate: AUSTRAC

By Nathan Lynch | 22/08/2025

Australia is tackling a surge in illicit funds as global crime syndicates seek to exploit its stable economy and booming property market, ahead of the "Tranche 2" AML/CTF reforms.

Trending

AUSTRAC Orders External AML Audit of Crypto Exchange Binance

By Editors | 22/08/2025

AUSTRAC cited serious concerns with Binance's AML controls, governance, and a lack of understanding of local Australian risks.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Overhauls CDI Framework with New Rules and Fees

By Editors | 22/08/2025

ASX is updating settlement rules and introducing fees for its nominee service, creating a commercial framework for CHESS Depositary Interests.

Enforcement

ASIC Details Crackdown on Super Funds, Macquarie and Greenwashing

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/08/2025

In H1 2025, ASIC secured AUD 57.5 million in penalties, launched an inquiry into ASX, and took multiple actions against Macquarie and AustralianSuper.

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