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ESG Discussion Group: Navigating Modern Slavery Compliance

In an era where corporate responsibility is under increasing scrutiny, modern slavery compliance has become a focal point for businesses operating in Australia. The recent ESG Discussion Group Webinar, led by Kim Randle, CEO of Fair Supply, shed light on the evolving landscape of modern slavery reporting and the practical steps businesses must take to […]

Regulatory Update 28 Februrary 2025

  Australian Securities and Investments Commission Australian Super facing penalties for not merging super accounts. AustralianSuper is facing a $27 million penalty for failing to comply with 108A of the Superannuation Industry(Supervision)(SIS)  Act 1993 by failing to merge multiple member accounts. Read More Here.  Penalties for former Star Entertainment Staff. Former Chief Executive Gregory Hawkins and Chief Financial Officer […]

Regulatory Update 14 February 2025

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Regulatory Update 31 January 2025

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Regulatory Update 17 January 2025

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Banking Discussion Group: Scam Prevention Framework

Navigating the Scams Prevention Framework: Challenges and Compliance ConsiderationsThe Australian financial sector is on the cusp of a significant regulatory shift with the introduction of the Scams Prevention Framework Bill. This proposed legislation aims to strengthen scam prevention measures across banking, telecommunications, and technology sectors. While the bill provides a high-level structure, many practical aspects […]

Responsible AI and ESG Governance: Navigating the Intersection of Ethics, Regulation, and Risk

Responsible AI and ESG Governance: Navigating the Intersection of Ethics, Regulation, and RiskAs artificial intelligence (AI) continues to shape the modern business landscape, organisations must integrate ethical and responsible AI practices into their governance frameworks. The convergence of AI with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles offers a lens through which businesses can mitigate risk, […]

CPS 230: Strengthening Operational Resilience in the Financial Sector

The Rising Importance of Operational ResilienceOperational resilience has become a key focus for financial institutions as they navigate an increasingly complex risk environment. The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has responded to these challenges with the introduction of CPS 230, a prudential standard aimed at reinforcing operational risk management and ensuring continuity of critical operations. […]

Australian Compliance Institute 2024 Annual Conference Summary

2024 ACI Annual Conference The Australian Compliance Institute held our 2024 Annual Conference on 17 September 2024. The conference was primarily hosted in Melbourne, with attendees also being able to […]

RG271 Complaints Management Requirements and Enforcement

Turning RG271 Compliance into a Competitive EdgeAustralia’s financial services sector is navigating a transformative era, driven in part by ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 271 (RG271). Rather than viewing complaints management as a compliance burden, forward-thinking organisations are seizing the opportunity to strengthen trust, deepen client relationships, and enhance operational resilience.A recent Australian Compliance Institute webinar delved […]