Australia

Enforcement

ASIC Details Regulatory Response to Collapsed Super Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/02/2026

ASIC has nearly 50 staff working across 26 separate investigations connected to the Shield and First Guardian super fund collapses.

Sanctions

Australia Sanctions Russian Crypto Firms as EU Package Stalls

By Manesh Samtani | 24/02/2026

Australia's measures designate several virtual asset service providers, while in Europe, Hungary has vetoed the EU’s 20th sanctions package.

Sanctions

Australian Sanctions on Russia Undermined by 'Blood Oil', Asset Loopholes

By Manesh Samtani | 24/02/2026

A parliamentary inquiry has heard that loopholes for refined oil and hidden assets, plus weak enforcement, are undermining the sanctions.

Australia Details New Superannuation Retirement Reporting Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/02/2026

New framework mandates data collection from 2027, with public reporting by APRA to begin in 2028, detailing member outcomes and product uptake.

Australia Issues Licensing Guidance for Employee Entitlement Schemes

By Mark Johnston | 20/02/2026

Operators must apply for a licence by 1 September and will face new governance and disclosure rules under a transitional framework.

Enforcement

ASIC Probes Lead Generation Arrangements That May Harm Consumers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/02/2026

ASIC has launched a review into high-risk sales tactics used to switch super funds, publicly listing lead generators and advice licensees.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Panel to Finalise Simpler Governance Rules in 2026

By Editors | 18/02/2026

New body led by Philip Lowe will prioritise experience over personal traits for board diversity and aims to release a draft for consultation by September.

Securities / Derivatives

RBA Finalises Resolution Regime for Clearing and Settlement Facilities

By Manesh Samtani | 18/02/2026

The Reserve Bank of Australia has detailed its crisis powers for clearing and settlement facilities following industry consultation.

Australia Issues Draft Rules to Align Domestic Minimum Tax with OECD Guidance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/02/2026

Draft legislation clarifies foreign currency conversion, treatment of stateless entities and consolidated groups, with retrospective effect from 1 January 2024.