The Latest Breaking News from Joe Longo

'I take accountability': top advisory firm leader quits

The head of KPMG Australia has resigned after the corporate regulator publicly confirmed in real time it is probing registered company auditors at the firm.

AAP · May 29

Lenders told to 'support customers' facing hard times

Lenders must watch out for customers because the corporate regulator won't take a backward step as households face hardship, the outgoing ASIC chair will warn.

AAP · May 6

What 2.5 million Australian company directors need to know about the scathing Star judgement

It’s one of the most important corporate governance cases in the past 20 years, involving organised crime inside Australia’s second-biggest casino.

The Conversation · Mar 11

'Unconscionable': major bank's record fine bumped up

ANZ has been fined $250 million for widespread misconduct ​and systemic ‍failures that impacted the federal government, ​taxpayers ‌and thousands of customers.

AAP · Dec 19, 2025

ASX shares slide to seven-year low after damning report

ASX Limited shares have fallen to their lowest level since 2018 after the market regulator said it would require it to hold another $150 million in capital.

AAP · Dec 15, 2025

'Minsky moment': watchdog boss warns of market collapse

The corporate watchdog has flagged easing reporting requirements for smaller firms while warning private credit to shape up or face tougher regulation.

AAP · Nov 4, 2025

Head of corporate regulator to step back from role

ASIC chair Joe Longo has announced he won't look to be reappointed in the position when his term runs out in May.

AAP · Sep 19, 2025

A 'bank in crisis': ANZ cops record fine for misconduct

From charging dead customers to overstating trades, a big four bank has been slugged with a record penalty for widespread misconduct.

AAP · Sep 14, 2025

‘Betrayed the trust of Australians’: ANZ bank pays record $240m fine for widespread misconduct

Company admits allegations in four investigations brought by financial regulator Asic

The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 2025

Watchdog sets sights on protecting retirees' pensions

Superannuation firms exploiting members in retirement and allowing them to invest in high-risk funds will be the target of Australia's corporate watchdog.

AAP · Aug 26, 2025