Australia
Australian Bitcoin Exchange Claims Exemption from 10% Government Tax
Bitcoin exchange Coin Loft says it has beaten Australia's tax imposition on bitcoin trades with a private ruling from the government.
Australian Regulator: Bitcoin is Not a Financial Product
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has issued temporary guidance for bitcoin businesses.
Living Room of Satoshi Reopens After Sales Tax Issues
Bill payment service Living Room of Satoshi, which closed in October due to Australian tax regulations, is back online.
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.
