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Scams & CyberCrime

23 September 2021

Last year, Australians lost a total of $851 million to scams.

Each year, scammers find new ways to target Australians to steal their money, information and even their identity.

Join two of Australia’s most prominent cybercrime authorities to hear about the types of scams that are on the rise and how to reclaim your identity, should it be stolen.

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ABA CEO Simon Birmingham transcript of interview on ABC Radio Brisbane with Steve Austin
3 February 2026

E&OERadio InterviewABC Brisbane3 February 2026 Topics: RBA interest rate decision; Access to credit cards; Armaguard and cash usage Steve Austin (Host): Well, why is it near impossible to obtain a credit card when you’re over 60? My guest is the new Chief Executive for the Australian Banking Association, Simon Birmingham. Former federal liberal politician, Simon… Read more »

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ABA congratulates Sarah Court on appointment as ASIC Chair
3 February 2026

The ABA congratulates Sarah Court on her appointment as the new Chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). ABA CEO Simon Birmingham described this as a significant appointment and a landmark moment for Ms Court and Australia’s corporate regulator. “Sarah is an experienced regulator, having held numerous senior legal and regulatory enforcement positions… Read more »

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ABA CEO Simon Birmingham transcript of interview on ABC Radio Adelaide with Rory McLaren
27 January 2026

E&OE Radio Interview ABC Adelaide 27 January 2026.  Topics: Expanding scam prevention rules; Tips to avoid scams  Rory McLaren (Host): But now to scammers, it appears that many scammers are moving faster than the laws that are designed to try and stop them. While banks and telecommunication companies face tough new rules, criminals appear to be slipping through the cracks using online marketplaces, messaging services, apps and other platforms that aren’t necessarily regulated as… Read more »

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