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Securities / Derivatives
Law Reform Needed to Combat 'Industrial Scale' Super Misconduct: ASIC
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/07/2025
ASIC has called for new laws and a collective industry response to tackle the exploitation of retirement savings.
Market Infrastructure
ASIC Proposes Major Shakeup of Conflicts of Interest Rules
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/07/2025
ASIC seeks feedback on first update in 20 years, introducing broader scope, new examples and a 'roadmap' of obligations.
Enforcement
Banks to Refund Low-Income Customers for "Fee Harm", ASIC Says
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/07/2025
ASIC has directed banks to overhaul product design and migration processes after uncovering widespread excessive fees for vulnerable customers.
Market Infrastructure
Cboe Targets ASX's Business Model in Call for Market Reforms
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/07/2025
Cboe has urged ASIC to review the ASX's dominance and introduce reforms to boost competition in trading, clearing, and settlement.
Enforcement
Australian Court Rejects ASIC's Appeal in ‘Finder Earn’ Crypto Case
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/07/2025
ASIC says the court’s decision highlights challenges in applying Australia’s existing financial services laws to crypto-asset products
Market Infrastructure
ASIC Proposes Overhaul of Industry Code Guidance
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025
ASIC has launched a consultation on significant updates to its framework for approving financial and credit sector codes.
Enforcement
ASIC Puts Bank Boards on Notice Over AI Risks and Governance
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025
ASIC has warned that existing financial services laws apply directly to AI, placing the onus on boards to manage risks of consumer harm.
Securities / Derivatives
ASIC Probes Private Credit Markets as Part of Broader Review
By Manesh Samtani | 23/07/2025
ASIC is increasing surveillance of fund governance and valuations, with a reform roadmap due in Q4.
Enforcement
ASIC Sues Fortnum Private Wealth Over Cybersecurity Failures
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/07/2025
ASIC claims the financial advice licensee failed to manage cyber risks, exposing thousands of clients to data breaches.
Enforcement
ASIC Investigates Predatory Practices in Debt Management Sector
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/07/2025
ASIC will review around 100 licensed firms amid concerns that vulnerable consumers are being harmed by predatory industry practices.
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