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FEATURE: Cryptocurrency, control and confidence

VINNY VUCAGO  |  SATURDAY, 15 AUG 2026
... affordability, subdued wage growth and growing scepticism that conventional pathways to wealth will deliver the financial security previous generations enjoyed. The movement has sparked a broader debate, extending well beyond cryptocurrency itself. Is ...

ASFA defends super as 'policy success' amid Bragg criticism

VINNY VUCAGO  |  FRIDAY, 14 AUG 2026
... (ASFA) has pushed back against criticism of the compulsory system saying it has delivered significant gains for retirement security and reduced pressure on the federal budget. ASFA chief executive Mary Delahuntry said the objective evidence shows super ...

AI advice boom highlights urgent need for affordable advice: SMC

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 13 AUG 2026
... used to learn the basics, ask questions and compare options. However, Australians remain concerned about the privacy, security and accuracy of AI-generated financial information, with many preferring human support when dealing with sensitive financial ...

AustralianSuper enters advice space

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 11 AUG 2026
... it. "This will help members to make good decisions about their superannuation and, ultimately, enjoy greater financial security in retirement. That's what superannuation and financial advice are all about." AustralianSuper said if online advice is ...

Future Fund looks beyond AI winners to hedge risk

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 10 AUG 2026
... crowded, and regulatory settings are changing and uneven. Governments will regulate AI through the lenses of national security, competition and domestic politics, making precise predictions even harder." To tackle this, Future Fund is focused on building ...

S&P reaffirms Australia's AAA credit rating

VINNY VUCAGO  |  FRIDAY, 7 AUG 2026
... decisive action to address some of the biggest spending pressures on the budget," he said. S&P also cited Australia's fuel security initiatives as a positive development in its assessment. Chalmers said Australia was well positioned to navigate ongoing ...

ASFA names board chair

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 7 AUG 2026
... If the members approve, I'm looking forward to working with Mary and the ASFA team on critical issues like cyber security, delivering better financial advice and retirement outcomes, and maintaining trust in super."

SMC questions SCA's 'mystery caller' report

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 AUG 2026
... growing risks of fraud and scams," SMC spokesperson added. "Real super fund members expect their funds to take identity security very seriously, and they know that funds must do appropriate identification checks with callers before having in depth discussions." ...

ASIC consults to improve flexibility around pre-IPO comms

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 AUG 2026
... as it can be." Companies could advertise unquoted securities as long as they identify the issuer and the seller of the security, ensure a prospectus is made available by the time a security is listed, make it clear where and when a prospectus will be ...

AustralianSuper ups admin fees

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 4 AUG 2026
... Transition to Retirement Income accounts. AustralianSuper said the increased fees will go towards services, support and security for members. It promises members will also see "further improvements in cyber security, with industry-leading verification ...