FAAA submission on enhancing professional indemnity insurance

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In its submission to Treasury on enhancing professional indemnity insurance, the FAAA does not suggest substantial changes to the current PII regime, but has identified a number of options to maximise recoveries... Read more continue reading

Infocus signals next phase of growth with CTO appointment

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Integrated Financial Advice and Wealth Platform, Infocus, has appointed Dr Ed Young as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), reinforcing its commitment to technology-led advice and platform innovation. Young commenced with Infocus... Read more continue reading

ASIC commences new review of advice licensees that use lead generation services

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ASIC has commenced a new review of advice licensees using lead generation services as part of its ongoing program of work to address practices that inappropriately or unnecessarily encourage consumers... Read more continue reading

The FAAA welcomes ASIC’s review of advice licensees who use lead generation services

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The FAAA welcomes ASIC’s review of advice licensees who use lead generation services that inappropriately or unnecessarily encourage consumers to switch superannuation. Phil Anderson, general manager, policy, advocacy and standard... Read more continue reading

intelliflo launches new in-app AI assistant Flo to streamline adviser support and reduce admin burden

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intelliflo, the global cloud-based technology solution for financial advisers, has launched Flo, a new in-app AI-powered assistant designed to help advisers navigate the platform faster, reduce administrative workload, and spend more quality... Read more continue reading

Nine key charts for investors to keep an eye on

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Key points This year has started off rather messy with geopolitical threats and worries around AI disruption and valuations. We are mildly upbeat on shares for the year but see... Read more continue reading

Acenda Group appoints Ross Miller as Group Chief People and Culture Officer

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Acenda Group has announced the appointment of Ross Miller as its new Group Chief People and Culture Officer, effective 16 February 2026. Ross is a highly experienced senior executive and... Read more continue reading

Challenger partners with OPEX to scale the Informed Financial Future (iff) platform

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OPEX Consulting Pty Ltd (OPEX) has announced a strategic partnership with Challenger to support the continued development and growth of the Informed Financial Future (iff) financial advice platform. The platform... Read more continue reading

Fidelity International strengthens Australia distribution team with two appointments

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Fidelity International has appointed Gavin Butt as regional sales manager and Sam Besley as sales manager, further strengthening its wholesale distribution capability and reaffirming its long‑term commitment to the Australian... Read more continue reading

Praemium accelerates platform innovation through Technotia integration

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raemium Limited has announced the commencement of an organisational restructure within its technology division following the acquisition of Technotia Laboratories in January 2026 –  a strategic investment designed to accelerate... Read more continue reading