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Mulino unveils Financial Innovation Strategy

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 3 SEP 2026
... through ASIC's existing relief powers. The new Financial Innovation Committee will include government, regulators and industry and will work to identify and work through barriers. The government will also seek to develop targeted sandboxes that focus ...

Former UBS Asset Management executive pops up at RAM

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 3 SEP 2026
... same heritage and has significant experience in growing businesses in Australia, having held senior roles across the industry. "His appointment will further strengthen our team as RAM continues to grow," he said. Founded in 2010, RAM has more than $8.8 ...

AIA Australia rolls out TPD CORE

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 2 SEP 2026
... health-related claims, highlighting the fact that such conditions now account for around one-third of TPD claims paid across the industry. More than $2 billion have been made in annual payouts - almost double the level of five years ago. AIA Australia ...

WT Financial takes majority stake in TNT Advisor

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 2 SEP 2026
... capacity to increase as advice practices seek to grow and scale their operations. "For many years, parts of the paraplanning industry have been engaged in a race to the bottom on price, often accompanied by declining quality and increasing reliance on ...

Opex Consulting taps Iress data lead

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 2 SEP 2026
... initiatives and ongoing relationships. "With Alten's deep understanding of technology, enterprise strategy and the advice industry, we're excited about the value he'll bring to our clients, partners and the broader advice community." Meanwhile ...

Superannuation assets inch to nearly $4.8tn

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 1 SEP 2026
... superannuation assets hit nearly $4.8 trillion in the last financial year, marking a 9% rise, namely driven by the rise of industry funds. APRA's newly released statistics for the year ending June 30 showed Australians' retirement savings reaching ...

Macquarie names new wrap platform lead

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 1 SEP 2026
... provide "seamless" digital experiences required to protect and grow their wealth. "At a time when the wealth management industry and investment landscape is changing rapidly, it's critical advisers have an experienced partner they can rely on and ...

Invesco APAC head to retire

VINNY VUCAGO  |  TUESDAY, 1 SEP 2026
... institutional client strategy. Before joining Invesco, he held a range of leadership positions across the asset management industry. "Marty brings a powerful combination of regional expertise, client focus, strategic leadership, and deep knowledge of ...

AFCA consults on rule changes under upcoming scam framework

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 1 SEP 2026
... will come into effect early next year. The government passed the Scams Prevention Framework Bill in 2025 following an industry-wide consultation, which places obligations on banks, telecommunications providers and digital platforms to protect consumers ...

Global X cuts fees on gold ETF

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 31 AUG 2026
... spreads. Global X said the announcement follows a strong rebound in investor demand for gold ETFs. After significant industry outflows in June, Australian investors returned to the asset class in July, directing $334 million into gold bullion and gold ...