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This week: Revolut launches in Australia, intensifying competition with high‑interest savings and a no‑fee card. Authorities warn of pump‑and‑dump scams using fake celebrity endorsements on WhatsApp and Telegram after recent losses. Payday Super now requires employers to pay super with wages, helping workers spot underpayments and maintain cleaner records for future loan applications. A court sentences a facilitator tied to a global crypto scam, reinforcing the push against fraud. Practical tips focus on comparing bank deals, verifying offers, and keeping documentation tight for finance readiness.
EPISODE 2459 | Australian Internet Loans Weekly News Insights | Sat, 25th Jul 2026
29 Jul 2026 | Paige Estritori
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Hello and welcome to Australian Internet Loans Weekly News Insights, Im Paige Estritori, and its Saturday, 25 July 2026.
First, a new bank has landed. Revolut has launched in Australia with savings accounts paying about five per cent and a no‑annual‑fee credit card. More competition usually means sharper deals for savers and everyday banking. If youve been with the same bank for years, nows a good time to compare accounts and check if switching could trim fees and boost your offset or savings while you plan your next loan.
Next up, a warning on pump‑and‑dump scams. Criminals are using fake celebrity endorsements and WhatsApp or Telegram groups to push thinly traded shares; a handful of Australians lost about $2.8 million earlier this month. If a message promises guaranteed returns or urges you to join a private chat, step back. Before moving money, verify the offer independently and keep your ID and one‑time codes secure.
Meanwhile, Payday Super has kicked in. Employers now need to pay the 12 per cent super guarantee at the same time as wages, not just quarterly. That makes it easier to spot underpayments and keep cash flow on track. Log in after each pay, match contributions to your payslip, and keep records. Consistent pays and super can also help demonstrate stable income when youre comparing personal or business finance options.
And staying with scams, a local court handed down a 12‑month sentence to a facilitator tied to a global crypto investment scheme. Regulators say theyll keep targeting those who enable scams. For households and small businesses, the takeaway is simple: move funds only to verified accounts, use PayID or Confirmation of Payee where available, and document everything so your bank can help if something goes wrong.
Thats it for this week. For a free, no‑obligation eligibility check and to compare a wide range of personal and business loan options, head to internet-loans.com.au. Thanks for listening and talk to you next week.
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