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Digital assets on the right path: Industry

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 26 OCT 2026
... authorisations and a streamlined variation process for these firms will empower the industry to move from clarity to innovation quickly. Businesses that deal with digital assets had until September 30 to apply for an AFSL. Challenges beyond obtaining ...

Natixis creates new division, adds to C-suite

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 23 OCT 2026
... "This transformation will give us the agility we need in volatile markets, foster synergies across regions and drive innovation in the service of our clients."

Trustees drop the ball on advice fee oversight

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 22 OCT 2026
... adviser." Ronchi also noted the constrain on compliance within an organisation that continues to be human led, but innovation is slowly emerging to be a cost-efficient solution. "With systems building out at Fourth Line and the scalability of AI... It's ...

China's comeback story has three core themes: Matthews Asia

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 16 OCT 2026
... sluggish years, the Chinese government has identified several growth areas to turn its economy around, relying upon innovation in those sectors, according to Matthews Asia. Speaking to Financial Standard, Matthews Asia portfolio manager Tiffany Hsiao ...

Number of Aussie investors hits record high

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 15 OCT 2026
... the cost of delivering advice," Lykouras said. "Technology should complement professional advice, not replace it. As innovation continues, policymakers must ensure that consumers can benefit from technological advances while still receiving appropriate ...

ASIC consults on new digital asset laws

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 15 OCT 2026
... greater confidence when trading digital assets. "ASIC's approach to implementation is designed to balance facilitation of innovation, investment and growth with maintaining the protections that Australians expect." The consultation is being developed ...

HUB24 boosts adviser engagement with new hire

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 13 OCT 2026
... its leadership suite, with the company having appointed Jason Hair to the newly created role of chief operating and innovation officer in August, while welcoming Andrew Fomica to the board earlier this year. HUB24 said it was pleased to welcome Marquet ...

MUFG's acquisition of GROW approved

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 8 OCT 2026
... viability challenges". "While GROW's presence in the market is valued by customers who consider GROW's technology, innovation and levels of customer service meet their superannuation administration services (SAS) requirements, GROW's competitive significance ...

RQI Investors launch emerging markets strategy

VINNY VUCAGO  |  WEDNESDAY, 7 OCT 2026
... grows. "These appointments deepen our investment and research capabilities, and reflect our continued commitment to innovation, strategy development and strong client outcomes," he said. The appointments follow a year of new mandates and product expansion ...

Munro Partners launches active global equities strategy

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 6 OCT 2026
... continue to see significant opportunities in the AI build-out but also in areas such as decarbonisation, healthcare innovation, security and infrastructure. Our focus is on businesses where earnings remain strong and with the potential for further up ...