From gtlaw.com.au: ASIC has issued new guidance for buy now pay later providers and updated its processes to include electronic signatures and a digital licence application portal.

The ACCC proposed authorising the collaboration for the wind down of the cheque system, while AICD provided feedback on regulatory burdens affecting directors.

ASIC and AICD have released resources on financial advice instruments and data governance, with upcoming deadlines for submissions and regulatory changes noted.