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FEATURE: Problem detected

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 18 SEP 2025
... effect as they are the most prominent players in managing their members' retirement funds. Although expectations and standards remain relatively high for these organisations, cybercriminals were still able to slip through the cracks earlier this ...

Insurers' approaches reinforcing mental health stigma: Life CCC

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 16 SEP 2025
... with the Code isn't optional. And insurers that still use blanket exclusions must improve to meet the Code's standards." Although defaulting to exclusions isn't categorically incorrect, McClelland said these practices "do not" align with ...

Latest adviser exam sees 69% pass

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 8 SEP 2025
... mandatory measures to be listed in the Financial Advisers Register, which is required by ASIC's imposed qualification standards. The deadline to meet the qualification standards is 1 January 2026, and according to ASIC, as at June there were more than ...

ASIC, APRA outline regulatory reform opportunities

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 5 SEP 2025
... saying there are opportunities to address overlap between reporting obligations that apply to entities under APRA's standards and the FAR. "There could be additional options for reducing the administrative burden of the FAR, whilst preserving the integrity ...

Binance names head of APAC

MICHELLE BALTAZAR  |  THURSDAY, 4 SEP 2025
... Binance can continue advancing our mission of fostering sustainable and responsible growth, while upholding the highest standards of compliance in APAC," said Richard Teng, Binance chief executive, in a statement. Prior to Crypto.com, Seker held several ...

RBA 'alert' to impact of tech on the economy: Bullock

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 4 SEP 2025
... said she is feeling optimistic about the change that technology can bring in terms of productivity and lifting living standards for Australians. "I think most people would agree that there is a great deal of opportunity for innovation and productivity ...

Praemium partners to offer more global options

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 2 SEP 2025
... servicing, Praemium believes the integration will consolidate cross-border fund distribution and ensure the highest standards of asset safety. Additionally, Vestima will support the transition of selected funds from the OneVue client migration; Praemium ...

AMP lifts advisers' efficiency game with Grow

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 1 SEP 2025
... valuable new investment menu that helps advisers meet the diverse needs of their clients while maintaining the highest standards of service."

ESG labelling could 'destabilise' super system: RIAA

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 28 AUG 2025
... products, prevent greenwashing upfront, and ensure that funds claiming to be sustainable are genuinely meeting those standards. "It's about setting the rules before the money is invested, not cleaning up afterwards."

Binance under microscope over loose controls

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 25 AUG 2025
... expertise, and oversight," Binance said. "We remain dedicated to working alongside regulators to uphold the highest standards as the digital asset industry evolves." Binance Australia has 28 days to nominate external auditors for AUSTRAC's consideration ...