RG 162
Internet discussion sites
Issued 15 August 2000. Amended 4 July 2007.
In plain English
This guide explains ASIC’s views on internet discussion sites and how they relate to financial services laws.
RG 162 applies to people providing financial services. It covers online forums where advice or opinions about financial products are shared. ASIC reminds participants to comply with financial services laws. The guide was issued in 2000 and amended in 2007.
Why it matters
If your business or staff participate in online forums discussing financial products, understand your obligations. Ensure any commentary complies with relevant laws. This helps avoid potential legal issues.
AI-assisted summary, grounded in the source link below. Generated 2026-05-23 via gemma3:12b.
Issuing regulator
ASIC →Topics
Source: https://www.asic.gov.au/regulatory-resources/find-a-document/regulatory-guides/rg-162-internet-discussion-sites/. Rules Mate indexes + summarises; always verify against the regulator's live publication.