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Macquarie Capital is pleased to have advised Telstra on entering into a strategic partnership with Infosys through Telstra’s divestment of a 75% stake in Versent Group. The transaction will enable Telstra and Infosys to refer and leverage each other’s offerings and furthers Telstra’s ‘Connected Future 30’ strategy of focusing on core connectivity. Completion of the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, employee consultation and other conditions.

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Australia is on track to become more tightly regulated than the UK and Europe - and a lot less competitive. https://lnkd.in/g9Kcssw3 The proposed changes to interchange fees risk cutting off access to credit, weakening competition, and stalling progress. Consumers and small business could be hit hardest, facing less access and fewer options for credit, higher costs, and less support from the local players driving security and innovation in payments.

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Macquarie Bank has joined BioCatch Trust™ Australia, further amplifying the power of this inter-bank, behavior- and device-based, real-time fraud and scams intelligence-sharing network. With Macquarie Bank on board, the network now protects more than 85% of Australia’s online banking population from fraud, scams, and financial crime. Read the complete announcement here: https://okt.to/R0X5Y6 #FinancialCrime #FraudPrevention #BankingIndustry

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The energy and curiosity that new talent brings is always invigorating. We recently welcomed a group of new joiners to Macquarie Bank's Digital, Data, Design and Engineering team and it was a great opportunity to discuss the skills that will define the next era of work in an increasingly AI-augmented world. While AI will undoubtedly reshape many activities, my genuine belief is that it elevates the importance of our uniquely human capabilities. Tech and tooling on its own won't be enough - I personally believe success in the future will be anchored in three key areas: A learning mindset: The pace of change is accelerating. The ability to continuously learn, adapt, and apply new knowledge will be more valuable than a single skillset. Complex judgement: As routine tasks become AI augmented, our roles will shift towards navigating ambiguity and making sound decisions in complex situations - a place where human insight remains irreplaceable Emotional intelligence: In a world of algorithms and digital screens, the ability to connect, empathise and collaborate with people is not a soft skill; it's a critical one. It's the foundation of leadership, teamwork and client relationships. #teamwork #MacquarieGroup We're thrilled to be building a team that excels in these areas, ready to harness new technology with wisdom and humanity. A very warm welcome to all our new starters! Tony Graham, Richard Heeley, Luis Uguina, Natasha Blackman, Michelle Perera, Shaun Kamler

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I believe we're witnessing a fundamental shift in how Australians approach wealth management, and the numbers are telling a compelling story. Our recent research shows 20% of Australians already hold crypto, with another 20% planning to invest within two years. That's 40% of our population embracing digital assets. Yet remarkably, 90% of financial advisors aren't having these conversations with their clients. This disconnect presents both a challenge and an opportunity. For four decades, we've built trust in professional financial advice in this country. But when it comes to crypto, that trusted relationship is breaking down. Until the government passes appropriate legislation, Australians are turning to unregulated sources like YouTube, Instagram and TikTok for crypto guidance. Together, we must build frameworks that support sustainable growth while maintaining the trust and security investors deserve. Financial planners face a critical decision. The revenue opportunities are significant, but more importantly, there's a fiduciary duty to guide clients through this changing landscape. For those planning to build sustainable practices over the next five years, understanding crypto has become essential. The future belongs to advisors who evolve with their clients' needs. Watch the full discussion with Andrew McPhee on Crypto for Advisors podcast: https://lnkd.in/ggkZ6nPs #crypto #financialadvice #wealthmanagement #swyftx

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💡 Innovation in Action: From Banknotes to Real-Time Payments For decades, the RBA has played a key role in shaping Australia’s financial infrastructure, often in collaboration with industry and research partners. 🔹 In the 1980s, we pioneered polymer banknotes with the CSIRO, making cash more secure and durable. 🔹 In recent years, we’ve supported the development of the New Payments Platform, enabling real-time payments 24/7 🔹 During the pandemic, this infrastructure helped deliver nearly 700,000 support payments in a single day. 📖 Learn how we’re preparing for the future of central banking in the Governor’s latest speech https://ow.ly/nf8850WRH7S

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BHP just dealt a blow to the junior copper sector. At a recent shareholder briefing, CEO Mike Henry outlined the company’s copper ambitions. He said, “The copper growth story for BHP is one of the big stories. We have made so much progress. We now have four big copper growth basins on top of the 28% copper growth that we have seen in recent years.” But rather than chase more acquisitions, BHP is doubling down on its existing pipeline. That includes the massive Vicuna district in Argentina, a 50/50 venture with Lundin targeting production in 2030, and the long-delayed Resolution project in Arizona, discovered in 1995 and still tied up in regulatory battles with partner Rio Tinto. If these projects move forward, BHP would hold interests in four of the world’s ten largest copper mines. That is enough copper for BHP. For everyone else, it means one less major in the hunt for new reserves. It is not a death blow for juniors, but copper prices will have to do a lot more heavy lifting to get their attention.

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👋 Meet Cédric Telegone, Head of Product Management for Reporting & Risk at SBS! Regulatory reporting is changing fast. As the push toward granular data accelerates, regulators are expected to require more frequent, and potentially even real-time, submissions. In today's interview, Cédric highlights the importance of staying close to clients, fostering open communication, and building trust through feedback loops that directly influence the product roadmap and strategy. Read it now in full on our blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/exAJ_U4y #TalentPortrait #RegulatoryReporting #SBS

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