Cboe Australia: 2026 trading enhancements roadmap and response
Cboe Australia has finalised its implementation schedule for the 2026 technology and trading functionality roadmap following the conclusion of its industry consultation. The updates include refined execution priority rules for pegged orders to better align with participant intent. Additionally, the order conversion service is expanding to allow for more granular account-level instructions. Both changes are scheduled for production on 13 April 2026.
Additionally, “Good Till Cancel” and “Good Till Date” multi-day orders will extend to include ASX-listed ETFs and managed funds starting 27 April 2026. While the introduction of “Focused Nearpoint” orders is slated for the third quarter of 2026, Cboe adjusted its initial plan to exclude corporate symbols from the multi-day order expansion to monitor market behavior and ensure all enhancements remain transferable to any future trading platform. Read more here.
Organisations affected: Cboe market participants
Policies affected: Trading policies and procedures
ASIC launches sustainability reporting E-learning modules
ASIC, in partnership with the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB), has released the first three of eight self-paced e-learning modules to help companies navigate new climate-related financial disclosure requirements. While the modules are designed for all stakeholders, they primarily target Group 2 and 3 entities scheduled to begin reporting for financial years starting on or after 1 July 2026. The initial release covers the Corporations Act legal framework, the basics of climate change, and climate-related physical risks. Subsequent modules on transition risks, emissions accounting, and scenario analysis are expected in the coming months. ASIC aims to support a pragmatic transition to the new regime through these educational resources and upcoming in-person workshops in major cities. Read more here.
Organisations affected: Group 1, 2 and 3 entities eligible for sustainability reporting
Policies affected: Financial reporting policies and procedures
Binance Australia fined $10 million
The Federal Court ordered Binance Australia Derivatives to pay a $10 million penalty for misclassifying 524 retail investors as wholesale clients, causing over $12 million in losses and fees.
Binance admitted to major onboarding failures, including allowing users to retake a sophisticated investor quiz indefinitely until they passed and failing to verify professional status claims. This fine follows $13.1 million in compensation already paid to affected clients. ASIC Chair Joe Longo warned that all crypto firms must have proper compliance and onboarding systems from day one. Read more here.
Other AFSL holders should consider how they classify sophisticated investors and if their own practices require review.
Organisations affected: All AFSL holders
Policies affected: Review of onboarding policies
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