Australia
CoinJelly Exchange to Close Customer Bitcoin Accounts Within 24 Hours
Bitcoin exchange and wallet service CoinJelly has said it has been acquired and will close user accounts within 24 hours.
Bitcoin Exchange Igot Expands to Over 40 Countries
Australia-based exchange igot is opening up its services to over 40 countries, including all of the EU and parts of the Middle East and Africa.
Australian Federal Investigators Look at Bitcoin's Organized Crime Role
The Australian Crime Commission has launched an official investigation into bitcoin's role in organized crime activity, called 'Project Longstrike'.
MasterCard Seeks 'Level Playing Field' for Bitcoin Regulation
MasterCard has spoken out against bitcoin's perceived risks and called for a regulatory "level playing field" for payments systems including bitcoin.
Bitcoin Startup CoinJar Cites Tax as Influence on UK Relocation
Australian bitcoin exchange and payment processor CoinJar is relocating its headquarters to London, citing a more favorable tax environment.
Australian Senate Hearings into Digital Currencies to Start Wednesday
The Australian Senate will hold its first hearing into the economic and technological impact of digital currencies this Wednesday.
Australian Government: Welfare Applicants Must Declare Bitcoin Assets
The Australian government has mentioned bitcoin on an official pension application form, which local experts say legitimizes digital currency.
Richard Branson Backs Digital Currency Ahead of Australia Summit
Sir Richard Branson has voiced his support for bitcoin ahead of the GDCC forum in Brisbane, Australia, this Sunday.
Digital Currency Conference to Follow Australian G20 Leaders' Summit
A conference dedicated to digital currencies will be held to coincide with the G20 Leaders' Summit in Brisbane.
Australian Government May Soon Auction $9 Million in Silk Road Bitcoins
About $9m in bitcoin may be sold by the Australian government following the sentencing of a Silk Road user.
