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Why banks are now chasing your SME clients
Australia’s big banks and non-bank lenders have a new focus: small business. This pivot is driving competition and improving access to finance for SMEs.
‘Bold and broad’ inquiry reforms to restore trust in profession, says IPA
The Institute of Public Accountants says it hopes the recommendations from the consulting inquiry into large consulting and accounting firms will...
Small business likely to last only six months after a cybersecurity breach
If cybercrime were a global economy, it would rank third after the United States and China, generating an estimated £10 trillion (A$19.6...
Should accountants learn coding?
At a glance Accountants are often told coding knowledge could be good for their careers. Coding skills can make an accountant more marketable...
‘More professional’ adviser cohort sees AFCA complaint levels plummet
The number of financial advice issues that made their way to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority plummeted in the 2023/24 financial...
Members to vote on IPA proposed constitutional changes
The Board of the IPA has undertaken a detailed review of the IPA’s complaints and disciplinary system, and proposes the following Constitutional...
The Federal Treasury’s annual report reveals more work to do to support small business
The Federal Treasury’s Annual Report 2023-24 includes measures for small business, but there is more work to do to better support the sector. At...
IPA Group survey: AI, cyber security and regulatory changes top challenges for accountants
The IPA survey this year showed more than 15 per cent of respondents felt fully prepared for the twin challenges of technology and compliance....
Will we see a completely virtual Professional Accountancy Organisation?
Andrew Conway, CEO, Institute of Public Accountants The question now arises: Could it be possible to create a completely virtual PAO? As the CEO...
AI is a key weapon in money laundering battle
Key points AI-powered system combines robotic process automation and machine learning to detect suspicious transactions more effectively. ...
5 ways to cut government waste in business grants
Key points Just 17% of grants are subject to any competitive or merit-based process. More than a quarter of grants go to low-performing...
