Consumer protection for crypto welcome news

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The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) welcomes ASIC’s updated guidance that clarifies how existing laws apply to digital assets. Firms providing services related to digital assets that are financial products,... Read more continue reading

Updated ASIC guidance supports digital asset innovation and boosts investor protection

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ASIC has clarified how existing laws apply to digital assets, giving investors improved protections and providing firms with greater certainty to operate and innovate. ASIC also confirmed transitional support ahead... Read more continue reading

GSFM appoints Kayla Batiste as business development manager

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Fund manager GSFM has appointed Kayla Batiste to the newly created role of Key Account Manager (QLD), effective 27 October. She will be based in Brisbane and will report to... Read more continue reading

Small cap rebound ‘justified’ but investors need to be choosy: Prime Value Emerging Opportunities Fund reaches 10-year milestone

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Small cap stocks are finally enjoying a ‘justified’ turnaround, but investors need to be choosy as some sectors of the market run hot while others still look undervalued, according to... Read more continue reading

Australia’s draft crypto legislation marks significant step forward

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We are pleased to see the government’s progress in regulating digital assets through two recently released draft legislation packages: (1) digital asset and tokenisation platforms, and (2) Tranche 1 of... Read more continue reading

Forbes Fava Saville rallies industry to support MND cause

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The financial planning community came together last month in support of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research and care at an event organised by Forbes Fava Saville Financial Planning (FFSFP). The venue was the Barwon... Read more continue reading

CommSec State of the States: State and Territory Economic Performance Report, October 2025

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Overall results How are Australia’s states and territories performing? Each quarter CommSec attempts to find out which state or territory is Australia’s economic leader. Now in its 17th year, the report also includes... Read more continue reading

Super funds and government urged to adopt new financial advice framework

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A new framework published by the Actuaries Institute yesterday could greatly assist millions of Australians to access a broader range of support to improve their financial decision-making and wellbeing. The... Read more continue reading

Apostle Funds Management partners with Qtron Investments to deliver leading global quantitative strategies

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Apostle Funds Management (Apostle) has partnered with US-based quantitative investment manager Qtron Investments (Qtron) to deliver Australian wholesale and institutional investors access to its global equity strategies. This marks the... Read more continue reading

Australian digital asset reform could spark a new era of financial innovation

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“The upcoming digital asset legislation represents a pivotal moment for Australia’s financial ecosystem — one that could finally provide the clarity and legitimacy the industry has been seeking for years.... Read more continue reading