Australian Securities and Investments Commission
All regulatory guidance and interpretive letters from the ASIC (Australia).
ASIC reminds Registered Company Auditors of their obligations and outlines stronger oversight
Why this matters
ASIC regulatory reminder to registered company auditors regarding their legal and professional obligations. This is informational guidance on audit compliance, independence requirements, and oversight activities.
ASIC calls for urgent cyber uplift as AI accelerates cyber threats
Updated ASIC guidance supports digital asset innovation and boosts investor protection
Why this matters
This regulatory update from ASIC provides guidance on the classification of various digital asset products as financial products, requiring firms to obtain appropriate licenses. It also announces transitional support and relief measures to facilitate the transition to the proposed digital asset regulatory framework.
ASIC renews guidance on managing conflicts of interest in financial services
Why this matters
This regulatory update from ASIC provides guidance on managing conflicts of interest for Australian financial services firms, which is a critical compliance and conduct risk issue across the banking, investment management, and wealth management sectors.