Insights 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. 8 Sep 2025
Insights Payments system modernisation reforms A look at the government’s new bill to expand payments regulation, bringing digital wallets, buy-now-pay-later (BNPL), crypto-payment providers, and cash distribution services under enhanced oversight. 8 Sep 2025
Insights 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. 8 Sep 2025
Insights 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. 8 Sep 2025
Insights 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. 8 Sep 2025
Insights AML/CTF reform Major reforms to Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regime, extending the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre's (AUSTRAC) oversight to new sectors and introducing staged compliance exp… 8 Sep 2025