Australia

    Structural Regulation

    Australia Consults on Lower Income Consumer Credit

    By Editors | 25/09/2015

    The Australian government is requesting comment from the public on small amount credit contract laws to ensure that the regulatory framework strikes the right balance between consumers and lenders.

    Anti-Money Laundering

    Bank of Queensland Investigated by ASIC over Compliance Failures

    By Editors | 23/09/2015

    The Australian Securities and Investment Commission has concerns over its risk management and compliance systems.

    Cryptocurrency

    ASIC Sees Opportunities with Blockchain Technology

    By Editors | 21/09/2015

    Australian Securities and Investment Commission chairman Greg Medcraft says the emergence of blockchain technology has the potential to change the existing financial system.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Pakistan Regulators Collaborate on Supervision

    By Editors | 20/09/2015

    Pakistan is considering creating a Council of Financial Regulators that will provide a forum for open dialogue and discussion between regulators on financial markets.

    Liquidity Risk

    Australia Bank Funding Costs Set to Increase

    By Editors | 19/09/2015

    The Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority has said banks will need to fund themselves with more expensive long-term debt over time to reduce risk to the financial system.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    ASIC Urges Licensed Entities to Resolve Compliance Issues

    By Editors | 16/09/2015

    The Australian Securities and Investment Commission has identified compliance failures by responsible entities and superannuation trustees.

    Structural Regulation

    Australia Commissions Capabilities Review of ASIC

    By Editors | 11/09/2015

    Australia’s government has commissioned a capabilities review to to examine, and make recommendations on how efficiently and effectively ASIC operates.

    Operational Risk

    APRA Consults on Super Fund Governance Arrangements

    By Editors | 02/09/2015

    Consultation package proposes changes to governance and prudential framework in light of proposed legislative amendments requiring more board independence at super funds.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    ASIC’s Biggest Concern – Culture and Conduct

    By Editors | 02/09/2015

    The Australian Securities and Investment Commission has published its latest three-year corporate plan, highlighting gatekeeper conduct and poor financial advice as some of its biggest concerns.

    Operational Risk

    RBA Issues Corporate Plan for 2015/2016

    By Editors | 02/09/2015

    The Reserve Bank of Australia has issued its 2015/2016 corporate plan describing its objectives and strategies the year.

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