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Bitcoin shorters ‘likely to get burned’ if CPI prints as expected
11.9.2024
An analyst warns that a lower CPI could squeeze Bitcoin short sellers, while a higher-than-expected CPI might lead to a Bitcoin sell-off
Kraken Expands Crypto Custody Services to Institutions in UK and Australia
19.7.2024
Crypto exchange Kraken has expanded its custody services to institutional clients in the UK and Australia, marking the first international expansion following its successful U.S. launch in March. Kraken Institutional, already established in the UK and Australia, now offers its custody solution...
Kraken Custody expands to UK and Australia markets
18.7.2024
Kraken's expansion of its custody services to the UK and Australia marks its first international venture, catering to institutional clients outside the US
Australia Honors Kraken With Several Crypto Awards
5.7.2024
Kraken, a global cryptocurrency exchange, won several awards in Australia, including Finder’s best overall crypto trading platform in 2024. It also bagged Finder’s best-advanced trading and crypto trading – extra features. Meanwhile, Wemoney named Kraken the best platform...
Australian Securities Exchange Gives Its First Approval of a Spot Bitcoin Listing to VanEck
17.6.2024
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), which accounts for 90% of Australia’s equity market, has approved its first spot-bitcoin {BTC} exchange-traded fund (ETF), according to a blog from the issuer VanEck
Australia's Treasury to Include Stablecoin Rules in Crypto Bill Draft, ASIC's Warning For Crypto Entities
13.6.2024
Australia's regulators have provided rare updates on their plans for the digital assets sector, including plans to introduce a draft framework for stablecoins and hinted that more enforcement is on its way against unlicensed entities during an event in Sydney on Wednesday
Australia’s peak crypto lobby group drops ‘blockchain’ from name
11.6.2024
Blockchain Australia is now the Digital Economic Council of Australia (DECA) with a membership category for banks, most of which have blocked crypto exchanges
Australian Court Exempts Block Earner from Paying Penalty; Criticizes Regulator’s Misleading Press Release
5.6.2024
A Federal court in Australia has relieved the crypto firm Block Earner from paying a penalty for breaching the financial services law when it offered the Earner product. According to the ruling, Block Earner “acted honestly and not carelessly,” hence it should not be made to pay...
Australia’s First Spot Bitcoin ETF Launching Tomorrow
3.6.2024
Australia-based Monochrome Asset Management is set to debut its spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), IBTC, on the Cboe Australia exchange this Tuesday, June 4. This will be Australia’s first ETF to directly hold bitcoin. Previously, Australian investors were limited to indirect bitcoin...
Australia Tax Office Sets Sights On Crypto Exchanges’ Client Data, Bank Details
7.5.2024
The Australian Tax Office is demanding annual transaction details from crypto exchanges in a move to tackle potential tax evasion. This crackdown aims to ensure investors correctly report their crypto gains and pay any capital gains taxes owed.
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Australian Federal Court Rules Mostly in Favor of Regulator in Case Against BPS Financial
6.5.2024
The Australian Federal Court has delivered a ruling mostly in favor of Australia's markets regulator in its case against BPS Financial Pty Ltd (BPS) over its Qoin scheme.
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Web3 gaming won’t exist in 5 years, $656K for best crypto game pitch: Web3 Gamer
30.4.2024
Crypto VCs reveal why last cycle’s games sucked, Mega Cricket League review, plus $656K up for grabs in crypto game Shark Tank: Web3 Gamer
Four Arrested in an Alleged $1.5 Million Gold Coast Crypto Investment Scam
29.4.2024
Queensland Police have taken action against an alleged cryptocurrency investment fraud operating on the Gold Coast, resulting in the arrest and charging of four individuals.
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Australia’s top exchange may approve spot Bitcoin ETFs this year: Report
29.4.2024
Australia’s spot Bitcoin ETFs could see $3 billion to $4 billion of inflows within the first three years, according to Monochrome CEO Jeff Yew
Indonesia, Australia Authorities Ink Crypto Taxation Deal
24.4.2024
Indonesia and Australia’s taxation authorities on Monday signed a pact in Jakarta to establish a crypto information-sharing arrangement.
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Australian Regulator Says Crypto Is a Debenture That Requires Regulation
17.4.2024
The chairman of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has said his organization views cryptocurrency as a debenture hence it falls under regulatory purview. The ASIC chairman also argued that many cryptocurrency investors are unaware of what they are getting into. Crypto Falls...
Australian Crypto Mining Companies Collapse into Liquidation Owing 450 Investors
12.4.2024
ASIC launched civil proceedings against three crypto mining firms, collectively known as NGS Companies, including its directors.
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Australian Securities Regulator Appeals Federal Court Ruling Favoring Finder Wallet
11.4.2024
The Australian securities regulator has said it will appeal the federal court’s dismissal of its civil penalty proceedings against Finder Wallet Pty Ltd. The regulator launched penalty proceedings against the crypto firm on Dec. 15, 2022, just days after Finder Wallet withdrew its Earn...
Iconic Australian Venue Now Accepts Crypto for Food and Drink Purchases
4.4.2024
Adelaide Oval, a landmark South Australia sporting venue, now allows AFL patrons to purchase food and beverages using crypto. This marks the first instance of such a payment option being offered at a major national stadium.
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Australian Court Dismisses Allegations Against Block Earner’s DeFi “Access” Service
12.2.2024
An Australian court has dismissed allegations relating to Block Earner’s DeFi “Access” service in a legal case brought by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Justice Ian McNeil Jackman, who presided over the case, has delivered a split decision regarding...