Australia
Australians Won't Use Libra, Believes Central Bank
Reserve Bank of Australia officials are not yet convinced cryptocurrencies offer benefits over and above traditional means of payment.
ASX-Listed DigitalX Seeds New Fund With Half Its Bitcoin Holdings
The first ever cryptocurrency firm to be listed on a major stock exchange has launched a new bitcoin fund.
Australia's Gold Mint Is Backing a Crypto Token Based on Ethereum
The government-owned Perth Mint is backing a new digital token aimed to allow investors to trade and settle gold in real time.
Australian Securities Exchange Building New Blockchain Platform With VMWare, Digital Asset
ASX is teaming up with Digital Asset and VMWare to move its current exchange platform onto distributed ledger technology.
Gemini Heads Down Under With Crypto Exchange Launch in Australia
Australia becomes the latest international location for the U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange.
CommBank Develops Blockchain Market to Boost Biodiversity
The prototype blockchain marketplace is aimed to support sustainable development and reward landowners for protecting the environment.
All-Crypto Retirement Accounts Will Be Fined: Australian Tax Office
Investors who hold 90 percent of their retirement savings in cryptocurrencies may face penalties of up to 4,200 AUD.
Australian Police Charge 5 Over $1.8 Million Cryptocurrency Scam
Five people have been charged in Australia over a cold-call cryptocurrency investment fraud that allegedly duped investors for over $1.8 million.
Scammer Taunts Couple Who Lost Thousands in Bitcoin Fraud
An Australian couple lost over AU$20,000 in a bitcoin scam, and were even taunted by the perpetrator over their losses.
IBM, Top Australian Banks to Pilot Blockchain for Retail Lease Bank Guarantees
The blockchain pilot will digitize the bank guarantee process in an effort to tackle fraud and improve efficiency.
