ASIC said: ASIC is aware of scammers impersonating legitimate companies and then use convincing reasons for the victim to give them remote access (i.e. the ability to log into the victim’s computer or phone from their location). If someone asks you for remote access it is probably a scam. The Australian regulator has also observed…
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The information sheet ASIC published highlights the activities where influencers can breach the legal requirements if they are unaware including financial product advice, dealing by arranging and misleading or deceptive conduct. The regulator has also explained issues influencers may consider such as whether an AFS licence is needed, getting familiar with relevant regulatory guidance and…
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The five companies will help ASIC analyse the corporate disclosures and other company datasheets. They will identify and assess compliance by listed companies with a range of requirements, such as continuous disclosure, financial reporting obligations, and the prohibition against deceptive disclosures and security price manipulation. Funding Each of the five small-to-medium regtech enterprises (SMEs) will…
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The Panel also pointed out that BGC Partners’ failure appeared to be the result of unintentional operator error. It concluded that it is likely this error could have been avoided if BGC Partners had updated its systems to incorporate enhanced technological safeguards. The official statement said: Although enhanced technological safeguards may not be required where…
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Crypto-asset investment ASIC reminded investors to consider the risks before using their SMSF to invest in crypto-assets. Trustees of SMSF bear responsibility for the fund’s decisions and for legal compliance. The regulator recently warned the public about an increase in scams involving crypto-assets. ASIC said in the official warning: If you decide to set up…
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According to the Aussie regulator, the company also failed to ensure its representatives were adequately trained and competent. The company’s AFS licence will remain in effect for another 12 months so that its membership of the Australian Financial Complaints Authority is maintained and its obligation to hold professional indemnity insurance cover. Earlier in September, ASIC…
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The regulator also estimates that 25,000 customers were charged more than $5 million in fees that had not been disclosed adequately. ASIC Deputy Chair Sarah Court said: ASIC is disappointed to have to yet again commence legal proceedings, on this occasion no fewer than six times, against a major bank. The conduct and breaches alleged…
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According to ASIC’s announcement, Caddick operated without an AFS licence between October 2012 and November 2020. This decision made by the court follows a three-day hearing held on 29 June 2021. There were criminal charges brought up in march against Caddick, however, they were withdrawn in order to enable civil proceedings in the Federal Court…
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Only individuals or corporations who hold Australian Financial Services (AFS) licence can provide financial advice by law. Most finfluencers do not hold such licence and if they are found to be running a financial services business without being authorised representatives of an AFS licensee, they may be in breach of the Corporations Act 2001. And…
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According to the details provided by ASIC, Hala used over $5.7 million of A One Multi’s funds for his and Walters’ personal benefit by acquiring property and luxury vehicles. In order to protect investors, on 21 October 2021, ASIC ordered Hala to transfer crypto-assets in his name to the receivers. The regulator noted that it…
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