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Influencers warned not to give financial advice

Regulator concerned some may be straying into regulated financial advice.

High Court strikes out part of $278m claims against PwC

Judge says the claims can be regarded as 'frivolous, vexatious or an abuse of process'.

Judge rules against third CBL accused's continued anonymity

Businessman fears he would die from a stroke if his name was published in SFO case.

New stock exchange for SMEs to be launched

Catalist will target companies that are valued between $6m and $60m.

Shares trader behind $10m Ponzi scheme loses final appeal bid

Steven Robertson stole millions from his clients to fund a lavish lifestyle.

Derivatives trader admits anti-money laundering law breaches

Company accounts show the company made a $154m loss in 2020.

Wolves at the door: The woman fighting NZ's fraudsters and conmen

The internet has magnified the charm of the fraudster.

Abuse of NZ shell companies and trusts highlighted in global report

Sectors like banking and real estate were identified for potential vulnerability.

Broking firm fined $200,000 for 'blatant' breaches

NZ's financial watchdog started to crack down on misuse of the FSPR in 2017.

Smoke and mirrors: The story of a thieving 'trader' with many names

Rod Richard Makatea, Rodney Crichton and Rodney McCall are all the same man.

Home detention for stock trader still yet to pay back fraud victims

"I'm dealing with someone who is inherently dishonest," judge says.

Former Viaduct Capital director fails in costs bid after fraud convictions quashed

Richard Blackwood wanted more than $75,000 after having his convictions overturned.

Buyer beware: Cannabis start-up raising funds without mentioning expired licence

Pitchman and co-founder Aldo Miccio goes silent.

Former board member's 'high price' for GFC fraud

Paul Bublitz stole $1.17m and then sought almost the same amount for his legal costs.

Peter Harris' co-defendant continues SFO secrecy fight

The CBL saga continues after the insurance company collapsed with a market value of $747m.

Ex-Mutual Finance board member fails in bid to recoup $1.14m

"The offences of which he has been convicted are not minor or technical," judge says.