The AFCX is the primary channel through which the public and private sector will coordinate their intelligence and data-sharing activities for the investigation and prevention of financial and cyber crime.

By sharing information, analytic capability, and evidence-based insights, AFCX members create a powerhouse of financial and cyber crime intelligence that takes the fight beyond simply policing transactions and investigating irregularities. Working outside traditional silos creates the ability to identify criminal trends, activity and networks that operate across different businesses.

Cooperating with similar organisations overseas also allows the AFCX to identify criminal activity and networks that operate across international boundaries.

AFCX is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that was formed by the four major Banks to assist businesses combat financial-related crimes. It operates independently of government, law enforcement and its members, although it is funded by its members. The AFCX has the support of the Commonwealth Attorney-General’s Department and is a key limb in the Australian Government’s National Organised Crime Response Plan.