What role do ‘tip-offs’ play in ATO tax investigations?
Tax criminals may weave a complex web for law enforcement to untangle, but sometimes their downfall comes after being “dobbed in” by a concerned citizen.
DetailsDennis Miralis is a leading Australian defence lawyer with over 20 years of experience. Dennis is the Principal of Nyman Gibson Miralis and specialises in international criminal law.
Notifiable Data Breaches: What are your reporting responsibilities?
Explore your obligations to report cyber incidents, including ransomware and other cybercrimes, under the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme.
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Australian Signals Directorate: Recent offensive cyber signals intelligence operations
In its 2019-20 annual report, the Australian Signals Directorate outlines its response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its approach to offensive cyber operations.
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ATO tax crime prosecution results
Explore the ATO’s differing approaches to dealing with summary offences, more serious tax crimes, and the most serious financial crimes.
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How does the ATO obtain offshore information?
Discover which legislation supports the cross-border exchange of information to aid tax and financial crime investigations.
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Who makes up the Serious Financial Crime Taskforce?
The Serious Financial Crime Taskforce is an ATO-led joint-agency taskforce which combats the most serious and complex forms of financial crime.
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International sanctions: How to ensure your business complies
International business dealings may involve the sanctions laws of other countries. Explore the key considerations to ensure you comply.
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Who protects Australia’s cyber security, and how are they performing?
Discover which government agency is responsible for protecting Australia’s cyber and national security, and how they are performing.
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The ATO’s ‘zero tolerance’ approach to fraud and corruption
The ATO outlines its tough approach to fraud and corruption, stating that it will prosecute offenders, recover debts and take criminal actions as appropriate.
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How the ATO discloses taxpayer information to combat tax fraud: The 2021-22 Annual Report
In its 2021-22 Annual Report, the ATO highlights key results achieved, and how its disclosure of information to law enforcement helped to achieve these results.
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