Latest Australian Securities and Investments Commission News

Scam Alert: Beware scammers impersonating ASIC requesting payments to release funds or assets
ASIC puts car finance under the microscope including outcomes for regional and First Nations consumers
ASIC puts payday lenders on notice they may be breaching the law
ASIC targets financial advisers providing poor superannuation advice through the Financial Services and Credit Panel
What to do if you are affected by Cyclone Alfred
ASIC has updated guidance to clarify treatment of student loan commitments by banks and lenders
Australia’s retirement savings are too big to invest at home – here’s why super funds are looking to the US
New rule book for banks to strengthen customer protections
Your super fund is invested in private markets. What are they and why has ASIC raised concerns?
Multiple warnings and huge fines are not stopping super funds, insurers and banks overcharging customers
ASIC updates guidance for applicants applying for ASIC relief or no-action letters
ACCC welcomes passage of world-first scams prevention laws
Financial advice update – February 2025
Albanese Government creating a better pathway for financial advisers
ASIC invites feedback on buy now pay later regulatory guidance
Scam alert: ASIC warns consumers about investment bond scam impersonating Bunnings
FSC Statement On Treasury Review Of CSLR
Rockliff’s minority government bad for business 21 January 2025
APRA increases transparency with enhancements to annual superannuation publications
ASIC calls out superannuation trustees for weak scam and fraud practices
ART affirms ASIC decision to disqualify SMSF auditor for failing to comply with auditing standards
Key Issues Outlook 2025
ASIC proposes to remake relief for offers of CHESS Depository Interests
Former barrister becomes newest member of Supreme Court bench
ASIC invites feedback on proposed remake of employee incentive scheme instruments
ASIC and APRA host Superannuation CEO Roundtables to discuss climate risk
APRA and ASIC release notes on Superannuation CEO Roundtables – November and December 2024
ASIC alerts buy now pay later providers to apply for a licence under new laws
CEO Scott Gregson to leave ACCC after long and committed career
ASIC consults on relief for business introduction services
Perth property developer disqualified from managing corporations for four years
Sanlam admits to inadequate oversight of authorised representatives
Perth accountant charged over alleged insider trading in Genesis Minerals shares
Third person sentenced for Courtenay House misconduct
Federal Court finds CFD issuers engaged in systemic unconscionable conduct with customer losses totalling over $83 million
ASIC suspends AFS Licence of Equitise Pty Ltd
ASIC takes action against Swoosh alleging responsible lending failures and DDO breaches
New tool to streamline and better coordinate financial sector regulation
ASIC successfully defends Receivers’ application for indemnity
ASIC sues crypto company Binance Australia Derivatives for consumer protection failures
Former Victorian director charged with making false statements to ASIC
Former registered liquidator Peter Amos sentenced to prison for dishonest use of position as external administrator
ASIC industry funding: 2023-24 dashboard of regulatory costs and summary of variances have been released
ASIC sues HSBC Australia alleging failures to adequately protect customers from scams
ASIC cancels AFS licence of Macgill Financial Services Pty Ltd
ASIC cancels AFS licence of Patrick Joseph O’Neill
Lead auditor of Greensill Group suspended by Companies Auditors Disciplinary Board until June 2026
Ex-Vocus chair Vaughan Bowen found not guilty of insider trading