Regulation in Motion: Australia's financial services regulation reform
Australia’s financial services sector is undergoing its most significant period of regulatory reform in decades. From payments modernisation and digital asset licensing to AML/CTF reforms and streamlining banking licensing, regulators and policymakers are reshaping the landscape.
Regulation in Motion will provide you with a quick pulse check on where things stand and what comes next.
Exemptions for FFSPs
An overview of the uncertain future of foreign financial service providers (FFSP) licensing relief, including the likely extension of current regimes and expectations for new legislation later in 2025.
Payments system modernisation reforms
A look at the government’s new bill to expand payments regulation, bringing digital wallets, buy-no-pay-later, crypto-payment providers and cash distribution services under enhanced oversight.
Updated licensing framework for ADIs
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's (APRA) proposed overhaul of the authorised deposit-taking institutions (ADI) licensing process, designed to streamline approvals, set clear criteria and encourage new entrants.
Digital assets licensing
Treasury’s evolving plans for a licensing regime covering digital asset platforms and stablecoins, with draft legislation anticipated but not yet released.
Information Sheet 225 (INFO 225)
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission's (ASIC) guidance on when crypto assets fall within financial services laws, with proposed amendments to expand clarity on token issuance, custody and staking.
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