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Optimism on Life Insurance

Australia’s Life Insurance industry was set for a “rocky” few years ahead, but consolidation and the arrival of new international players along with improved data management were pointing towards a brighter future.

In conversation with Dr Connie Henson

The science is clear. Performance at work, including strong thinking, problem-solving, good decision-making and ethical behaviour are enhanced when we feel safe.

In conversation with Harry New, Partner, Hall & Wilcox

The FSC recently welcomed Harry New to present an update on the RG 97 regime at a member briefing in Melbourne.

Procurement challenge for RegTechs

Australian RegTech companies are among the most advanced in the world, but they face challenges in having their solutions adopted by the large organisations largely because of inflexible procurement practices.

In conversation with Katherine Gobbi

What influence do you think technology is having on the sector? And are you anticipating further disruption in a particular area of life insurance?

Corporate Collective Investment Vehicle (CCIV) Event Highlights

Ernst & Young hosted FSC members at a Regulatory and Tax Update on the latest draft of the Corporate Collective Investment Vehicle (CCIV) legislation on 20 February in Sydney and Melbourne. The briefing covered the key improvements in the legislation and the key issues that remain.

John is head of the Financial Services practice at TurksLegal and an expert in financial services law, with over 34 years specialising in the sector.  

The FSC recently welcomed Steven Rice to lead a discussion the recommendations from the Royal Commission Final Report at a member briefing in Melbourne.  

In conversation with Janet Anderson

Lapetus Solutions Inc is a science and technology growth company dedicated to creating products and services that will revolutionise the prediction of life events. By combining biodemography, dynamic questioning, and facial analytics, while harnessing the power of cloud computing, the company's scientific approach delivers faster, more accurate results in real time.

By Sally Loane     If “lost” superannuation was tangible, the scene would resemble the wasteland of dead fish clogging our depleted Murray-Darling Basin.

A data and analytics conversation with RBC's I&TS solutions lead, Jamie Stevenson

It’s been a year of significant challenge, disruption and reform right across the financial sector.