With rising property prices and tighter lending conditions, many Australians are increasingly turning to the 'bank of mum and dad' (and other family members) to assist with property purchases, business...
ASIC has introduced with immediate effect a two-year trial offering an early review of certain confidential pathfinder prospectuses or product disclosure statements (Pathfinder or PDS). This initiative aims to streamline...
ASX has indicated that the changes to GN 1 aim to provide clearer guidelines on the criteria ASX will use when evaluating the eligibility of prospective early-stage technology, biotechnology, and...
In recent months there has been media coverage of foreign investors experiencing difficulty in securing Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) approval to acquire energy infrastructure, in particular local electricity projects.
The solar industry is on the rise as solar energy continues to grow as a major contributor to electricity supply in Australia. According to the Clean Energy Australia 2024 Report,...
This recent case represents the first time the courts have considered non-cash payment facilities in the crypto-asset context and represents ASIC's increasing scrutiny and prosecution of crypto-asset projects.
In the wake of the unfair contract terms regime changes in Australia, the High Court of Australia recently considered the application of the unfair contract terms regime to contracts created...
GPT-4 is arguably the most advanced of all AI chatbots to date, with the ability to 'read' and 'interpret' images as well as text. What are its benefits and shortcomings?
How are investors able to verify share ownership in an unlisted Australian company?
The High Court of Australia has provided some useful guidance that will assist credit managers in navigating their roles and in dealing with liquidators demanding repayment of alleged unfair preferences.
The Australian Government has indicated that it intends to introduce legislation to improve regulatory frameworks around cryptocurrency in 2023.
The Australian Government has indicated its intention to introduce legislation regulating the custody and exchange of digital assets.