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Adviser-client relationships eroded by AI: Research

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 6 MAY 2026
While there are elements of artificial intelligence (AI) that boost operational efficiency for financial advisers, a new study finds they are not fond of the idea of their clients seeking a second opinion through the technology, as it can be "insulting ...

ASFA chair to step down after four years

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2026
... sector-driven initiative coordinated by ASFA to build resilience to cyber threats, fraud and scams by sharing threat intelligence across the industry." "I am very appreciative of the assistance, collective wisdom and time Gary and Bryony have devoted ...

Pengana plots AI-focused LIT launch

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 4 MAY 2026
Pengana Capital Group said it will launch an artificial intelligence-focused listed investment trust (LIT) targeting wholesale and advised investors. The proposed LIT will focus on equity securities of private, non-publicly traded companies that are ...

M&A is not a 'scattergun' approach: AZ NGA

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 1 MAY 2026
... we don't think we can add value in or grow," he said. "It's very much a growth mindset. We have specific intelligence behind the scenes around where we will invest and where we won't. It's not just some scattergun approach. It's quite ...

APRA warns super trustees over AI adoption

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 30 APR 2026
... (APRA) has called on superannuation trustees, insurers and to significantly lift their approach to managing artificial intelligence (AI) risks, warning current practices are not keeping pace with rapid adoption. In a letter to regulated entities, the ...

Unprecedented times need growth and resilience: SIAA

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 24 APR 2026
... the financial services industry to balance growth and resilience amid regulatory reforms, the rise of artificial intelligence and an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, according to the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association (SIAA). At this ...

Government aims to 're-make' NDIS, redirect funding to aged care

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 23 APR 2026
... 410,000 people with a disability. Today there are 760,000 people on the scheme," Butler said. "The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission has told a review into NDIS integrity that criminals are paying cash kickbacks to participants and their families ...

More M&A amid AI buildouts, heightened costs: Fidelity International

MATTHEW WAI  |  FRIDAY, 17 APR 2026
M&A activity will continue to ramp up across most sectors as businesses look to capitalise on artificial intelligence (AI) buildouts while sustaining higher operational costs, a new survey found. Fidelity International's annual Analyst Survey 2026 ...

Netwealth reports $4bn net inflows

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 16 APR 2026
... excluding any impact from the First Guardian fund collapse. Netwealth added it has launched a range of artificial intelligence (AI) training courses across the business for all staff in addition to launching a new AI developer tool kit for engineers ...

Rest strengthens investment approach, digital member services

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 16 APR 2026
... developments across the Middle East and disruption from the technology sector, largely revolving around artificial intelligence (AI). "The situation in the Middle East remains uncertain. A relatively fast resolution is likely to see markets stabilise ...