This week's Financial News Wrap discusses major financial updates in Australia. There's talk of amending stringent mortgage lending rules, aiding potential first-home buyers struggling with the current obligations of proving their ability to service loans even at high interest rates. The emergence of crypto wallets is predicted to transform investment strategies by merging diverse portfolios into one place. In consolidation news, Bella Financial Group aims to acquire Selfwealth to ensure digital broking services' scalability and synergy. Finally, Commonwealth Bank of Australia's analysis reveals that surging interest rates unfavorably affect younger Australians, thus highlighting the need for a balancing measure to address this intergenerational disparity. Full analysis and more financial news available at financialservicesonline.com.au.