Australia
IBM, Westpac and More Trial Blockchain for Bank Guarantees
A distributed ledger trial united IBM and two Australia-based banks in an effort to improve the commercial property leasing process.
What Monopoly? Blockchain Startup Setl Sets Sights Beyond Australia
Blockchain startup Setl opens up about its strategy for the Australian post-trade system, a market long dominated by a monopoly.
ASIC on Blockchain: Australia's Securities Watchdog 'Unlikely' to Regulate ICOs
In a new interview with CoinDesk, ASIC chairman Greg Medcraft opens up about how the regulator is observing blockchain innovation.
Australian Politician Calls for Bitcoin Scrutiny in Fight Against Terrorism
A major Australian politician has called for increased scrutiny on bitcoin transactions as a means of combatting terrorism.
Hong Kong and Australia's Securities Regulators Strike FinTech Agreement
A new fintech agreement in the Asia-Pacific region could ease collaborative burdens for blockchain and distributed ledger startups.
Australia's Government Publishes Blockchain Research Studies
The Australian government's top research agency has released twin reports focused on blockchain technology.
Australian's New Budget Includes a Bitcoin Tax Cut
Australia's latest national budget eliminates a goods-and-services tax on bitcoin purchases.
Australia Reaffirms Pledge to Fix Bitcoin Tax Issue
Australia’s government is pushing ahead with plans to solve the "double taxation" problem of digital currencies in the country.
Australia’s Central Bank is Conducting Internal Blockchain Research
Australia’s central bank is involved with several initiatives focused on blockchain technology, public records show.
Australian Finance Regulator Unveils Blockchain Research Effort
Australian financial regulator AUSTRAC is launching a new innovation hub dedicated in part to blockchain research.
