In the news this week:
Australia News
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Monkey bites and bag snatches among the most unusual claims from Australian tourists in Bali
Southern Cross Travel Insurance received reports of monkey bites and reef cuts, and Bali Belly has b
Southern Cross Travel Insurance received reports of monkey bites and reef cuts, and Bali Belly has been rife with a 79% spike in January 2025 compared to the same time last year. -
Australia’s DroneShield unveils new insights on evolving drone risks
The Sydney-based innovator released its 8th CUAS Factbook, providing an accessible overview of count
The Sydney-based innovator released its 8th CUAS Factbook, providing an accessible overview of counter-drone technologies, industry trends, and evolving UAS threats. -
ASIC targets websites duping consumers with fake Celebrity investment schemes
In 2025, the regulator has shut down over 330 scam investment sites using celebrity images — a 25% r
In 2025, the regulator has shut down over 330 scam investment sites using celebrity images — a 25% rise on last year.
New Zealand News
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Marsh releases global construction risk review
Construction makes up 13% of global GDP, underpinning all industries, so adapting to today’s changin
Construction makes up 13% of global GDP, underpinning all industries, so adapting to today’s changing landscape is vital for growth. -
Milestone reached as Minister approves revised Financial Advice Code
Effective 1 November, the revised code marks a deep cultural shift by mandating the continual develo
Effective 1 November, the revised code marks a deep cultural shift by mandating the continual development of competence, knowledge and skill. -
FMA warns deepfake scammers targeting NZ Leaders
Fraudsters are using deepfake videos to impersonate business figures, tricking victims with fake inv
Fraudsters are using deepfake videos to impersonate business figures, tricking victims with fake investments and bogus advice.
South-East Asia News
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Marsh releases global construction risk review
Accounting for 13% of global GDP, construction underpins nearly every industry. Its role in economic
Accounting for 13% of global GDP, construction underpins nearly every industry. Its role in economic growth makes adapting to today’s shifting commercial landscape essential for continued prosperity a -
World Health Organisation releases guidance on occupational heat stress
With extreme heat events becoming more frequent, outdoor and indoor workers are at risk of heatstrok
With extreme heat events becoming more frequent, outdoor and indoor workers are at risk of heatstroke and declining productivity by 2–3% for every degree above 20°C. -
Malaysia’s insurance bodies call for an increase to the age limit of insurance policies
Chua Kim Soon, CEO of the General Insurance Association of Malaysia, says raising age limits is both
Chua Kim Soon, CEO of the General Insurance Association of Malaysia, says raising age limits is both a social imperative and market opportunity, provided products remain sustainable and fairly priced.