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The 'existential' threat facing the corporate watchdog

Corporations and regulators are struggling to adapt to modern business conditions and regular Australians are suffering as a result, says ASIC boss Joe Longo.

AAP · Jan 24, 2025

Risk or reward: mandatory climate reporting to begin

The start of mandatory reporting on climate risks for large companies and financial institutions is expected to bring challenges for entire supply chains.

AAP · Dec 30, 2024

NAB sued for failing customers in financial hardship

Customers facing issues such as domestic violence and serious medical conditions were let down by NAB in their requests for support, a lawsuit alleges.

AAP · Nov 18, 2024

China food giant sued for Aussie wheat-market meddling

Australia's corporate watchdog has taken a Chinese state-owned food processor to court over accusations it manipulated the market for wheat prices.

AAP · Jul 25, 2024

PwC to face scrutiny over advice to clients that might allegedly ‘mislead or subvert’ foreign investment review board

ATO discloses concerns that date back to 2019 in response to questions from Greens senator Barbara Pocock

The Guardian - AU · Jun 4, 2024

Mortgage defaults rise as borrowers struggle to keep up

The number of borrowers experiencing financial hardship is mounting and banks have been warned to do more to help households struggling to meet repayments.

AAP · Jun 4, 2024

AI race being lost in climate of fear, inquiry told

Investment in AI is lacking and Australia is missing out thanks to a climate of fear over risks posed by the technology, a Senate inquiry has been told.

AAP · May 21, 2024

'Abandoning customers': lenders fail battling borrowers

Mortgage stress in Australia is at its highest level since the global financial crisis but many borrowers are finding it too hard to get help from their bank.

AAP · May 19, 2024

Sustainable investment must be real not faked: ASIC

The corporate watchdog wants Australia to attract sustainable investment, not scare it off, but not at the expense of well-meaning consumers and investors.

AAP · May 1, 2024

Two cryptocurrency companies collapse owing $160m

Two separate Australian cryptocurrency companies have collapsed while federal court proceedings are being pursued against the directors of the businesses.

AAP · Apr 12, 2024