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30 January 2026
AUSTRAC backs newly regulated sectors with release of AML/CTF program starter kits
AUSTRAC has released its anti-money laundering program starter kits (kits), designed specifically to help small businesses…
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23 January 2026
Fintel Alliance identifies buyers of Australian-produced child exploitation material
Fintel Alliance and AUSTRAC subject matter experts completed three intensive ‘days of action’ focused on identifying individuals suspected of…
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22 January 2026
AUSTRAC orders audit of Airwallex for suspected AML/CTF compliance failures
AUSTRAC has ordered the appointment of an external auditor to assess whether payment platform, Airwallex Designated Business Group (Airwallex DBG),…
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AUSTRAC CEO speech – Cross Border Money Flows: Asia Pacific Fraud and Financial Crime Trends
Good morning everyone. I’d like to pay my respects to the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, their ancestors past and present, and extend my respects…
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FATF updates on global ML/TF risk – February 2026
The global group that sets international standards for money laundering and other financial crimes has updates on countries that are high risk and…
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AUSTRAC CEO, Brendan Thomas speech – AML Information Session for Barristers and Solicitors
Good afternoon. Thank you for the opportunity to address you today and thank you to the Honourable Justice Anthony Payne for the warm welcome. …
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