Day: February 28, 2023

ASIC launches first Court proceedings alleging greenwashing

ASIC has launched its first court action against alleged greenwashing conduct, commencing civil penalty proceedings in the Federal Court against Mercer Superannuation (Australia) Limited (Mercer) for allegedly making misleading statements about the sustainable nature and characteristics of some of its superannuation investment options. ASIC Deputy Chair Sarah Court said, ‘This is the first time ASIC …

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Star provides $150 million for fines and penalties after ASIC raises concerns

The Star Entertainment Group Ltd (The Star) has provided for fines and penalties of $150 million from alleged non-compliance with anti-money laundering laws in its financial report for the half-year ended 31 December 2022 after ASIC raised concerns. Following a review of The Star’s financial report for the year ended 30 June 2022, ASIC raised …

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