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Proposed extension of AML/CTF regime to apply to real estate agents, solicitors, accountants, dealers in precious stones, conveyancers and trust/company service providers

As part of a recently announced consultation process on proposed changes to Australia’s AML/CTF regime, the Department has asked for submissions…

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The next chapter in greenwashing: beware of the enthusiastic Facebook post

On 2 May 2023, ASIC published an infringement notice against Future Super Investment Services Pty Ltd (Future Super) for alleged…

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Regulators turn up the heat on greenwashing

ASIC and the ACCC continue to deliver on their promises to intensify enforcement activity for suspected greenwashing behaviour. Last Tuesday…

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ASIC takes action against alleged ‘greenwashing’, with more to come

Background In the second action of its kind in less than two months, ASIC last Friday published three infringement notices…

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Warning for licensees: ASIC concerned about breach reporting, plans greater scrutiny

In its first annual report under the new ‘reportable situations regime’ ASIC has observed that: (1) the number of reports it received…

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Regulatory update: Funded class actions no longer managed investment schemes

In the recent decision of LCM Funding1, the Full Federal Court overturned its 2009 decision of Brookfield Multiplex2 and held that…

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