Covered in this webinar: emerging trends and key challenges for all parts of the economy in combatting scams; the warning signs of scams and how Australian consumers can protect themselves; and the need for an eco-system approach across all parts of the economy – banks, telecommunication companies, social media platforms and the Government. ...

The awards recognise outstanding deals across the energy and infrastructure sectors. Allens advised on the following award‑winning transactions: CleanPeak Energy Refinancing 2025 – District Cooling ...

Following the collapses of the Shield Master Fund and First Guardian Master Fund, Treasury has released a consultation paper on curbing lead generation activity. The proposed reforms will be particula ...

Covered in this webinar:  Further information on topics and speakers will be released in the new year.  ...

This report provides an overview of the key regulatory and governance risks facing superannuation trustees in the year ahead. It outlines areas of heightened enforcement focus, upcoming legislative reforms and emerging obligations under prudential standards. It also highlights practical steps trustees can take to strengthen resilience and meet evolving expectations across governance, risk and member outcomes. ...

Covered in this webinar: Consultation on the first tranche the Albanese Government's 'Delivering Better Financial Outcomes' package of reforms, addressing several recommendations from the Quality of Advice Review; and ASIC's civil penalty proceedings against Telstra Super Pty Ltd, being the first case to test the application of the internal dispute resolution obligations in s912A of the Corporations Act. ...

Covered in this webinar: CPS 230 implementation issues: many financial services organisations already have well-advanced projects addressing the new requirements, while others are starting work now. The webinar focuses on key implementation issues that entities need to consider as they work through the requirements and share key 'learnings' at this stage and best practice examples. Using AI in financial services: we have seen increasing interest from financial services providers in using AI to gain efficiencies as well as to deliver services to clients in new ways. The webinar looks at at use-cases for generative AI in financial services, and consider key issues from a governance, procurement, and regulatory perspective. ...

Significant changes to Australia's foreign investment approval (FIRB) regime came into effect last year. This guide provides up-to-date information you need to know about how the new FIRB regime operates. ...

Key PE trends from 2024 and what these mean for the Australian and global markets in 2025. ...