Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Full Federal Court upholds first ASIC product intervention order

This was the first order made by ASIC under these important new powers.

ASIC and APRA release notes on inaugural Superannuation CEO Roundtable

The Roundtable was hosted by ASIC Commissioner Danielle Press and APRA Deputy Chair Helen Rowell.

cdisqualifies SMSF auditor for breaching independence and auditing standards

SMSF auditors are fundamental to the SMSF sector and must meet minimum standards of behaviour to ensure they act and are seen to act with integrity and objectivity.

China setting pace in central bank digital currency -Japan ex-regulator Endo

The People's Bank of China is leading after launching trials

Pune: Wealth management firm CEO arrested in cheating case

The team also arrested a 30-year-old woman office bearer of the company.

Consultants named among Australia's top analytics leaders

This is the most diverse set of entrants we have ever seen in the top 25.

The Rules are closely aligned with international standards as set out in the Financial Stability Board's Principles for Cross-border Effectiveness of Resolution Actions.

China's New Law to Counteract Foreign Long-Arm Jurisdictions

The new Law creates a framework which can be expected to present difficult choices for multinational companies, individuals and other regarding compliance with sanctions imposed on Chinese entities and individuals.

Ashurst represents German winemaker Pieroth on the disposal of its Japanese business

Pieroth Japan was established in 1969 and it was the first foreign wine import company in Japan.

Malaysia's Serba Dinamik says KPMG quits as auditor after being sued

In May, Serba said KPMG had raised concerns about not being able to verify contracts and transactions worth 3.5 billion ringgit (US$840.74 million) with 11 customers.

SGX RegCo Set to Expand Enforcement Powers

Under the changes, SGX RegCo gain new powers allowing it to issue a public reprimand and require an issuer to comply with specified conditions.

ASIC bans Hobart adviser for four years

Ms Jennings’ banning took effect on 01 April 2021.

MAS Extends Training Support Measures to Foster Skills Development in New Growth Areas

These extended measures will be progressively reduced and cease on 1 July 2022.

Allens advises Vocus Group on $3.5bn acquisition

The acquisition was approved by Vocus shareholders and the Supreme Court of New South Wales this week.

Singapore High Court denies injunction for emotional distress and loss of control of personal data, in the first private action brought under the Personal Data Protection Act

An individual who suffers emotional distress or loss of control over personal data will only have recourse via a complaint to the Personal Data Protection Commission, but not injunctive relief.

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