Australia: ASIC Consults on Revision to Regulatory Guide on Credit Licensing
On February 12, 2019, the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) launched a public consultation …
Australia Undertaking Landmark Sports Integrity Reforms
Australia is undertaking “landmark reforms” to how it approaches sports integrity, as the government pledges …
In Depth: Rise of Australia's Afterpay Puts Spotlight On 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Regulation
Intense scrutiny in Australia on a surge in firms offering interest-free “buy now, pay later” …
Open Banking Risks Played Down By Government, Australian Banks Claim
Australia’s top representative body for banks has accused the Treasury of underestimating the fraud and …
Australia: Payments Council Seeks Feedback on Payments in a Global Digital World
On January 22, 2019, the Australian Payments Council (APC), a strategic coordination body for the …
Regulatory News Updates – January 18, 2019
Asia-Pacific: Fintech Associations Unite to Form Fintech Network
On January 16, 2019, fintech associations from across the Asia-Pacific region announced the establishment of …
Northern Ireland Closure Latest Episode In Greyhound Racing's Global Woes
The closure of one of Northern Ireland’s two greyhound racecourses could spell the end for …
Political Turmoil In Australia Forces Open Banking Delay
The beginning of Australia’s open banking regime has hit a snag after political turmoil and …