Tag: ASIC

Govt eyes expanded fintech sandbox to boost access

Posted on   |  by David Allen
An independent review of Australia’s financial regulation test environment has called for feedback on improving its effectiveness and accessibility, floating a significant expansion of the sandbox ahead of federal...

‘Futureproofing’ digital asset bill hits Parliament

Posted on   |  by David Allen
The federal government has introduced new financial safeguards for cryptocurrency to Parliament that it says will close regulatory gaps and unlock billions of dollars in investment. Treasurer Jim Chalmers...

The Gig Guide: New Innovation minister in SA cabinet reshuffle

Posted on   |  by Trish Everingham
A major South Australian cabinet reshuffle announced Friday has elevated trade unionist Joe Szakacs to Minister for Industry, Innovation & Science. The changes were triggered by deputy premier and the...

$450m Budget lift for business registers, digital health

Posted on   |  by Justin Hendry
The Albanese government has thrown more than $200 million behind the latest attempt to upgrade the country’s antiquated business registers, as legacy tech risk climbs across the Commonwealth. A...

Accenture’s $7 billion diversity gamble

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
One of government’s biggest technology service sellers has ditched diversity policies in the shadow of the Trump administration, raising questions about how it can remain a responsible supplier. Accenture,...

$50m fines proposed for social media scam slackers

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
Social media companies failing to fight scams on their platforms will be subject to fines of up to $50 million under a new framework brought before Parliament on Thursday....