Australia

Reserve Bank of Australia: Bitcoin 'limited risk' to payment systems
Australia's central bank has spelled out the perceived risks of bitcoin adoption in a document only recently made public.

National Australia Bank Turns Back on Bitcoin, Closes Accounts
Australia's bitcoin-friendliest bank turns cold, closing accounts due to 'unacceptable risk' to its business and reputation.

Money-Spinners: Genesis1 Bitcoin and Dogecoin ATM's Arrive in Tijuana, Mexico
All the week's new bitcoin ATM installations, including some good news for Australians and dogecoin lovers.

Forget the Moon, Bitcoin Can Now Take You to the Summit of Mt Everest
Expedition organiser Mt Everest Adventures is now accepting bitcoin for its services – which include summiting Mount Everest itself.

Australian Manufacturer Debuts First Cashless Bitcoin ATM
Diamond Circle claims it has produced one of bitcoin’s holy grails: a cashless two-way ATM.

Macro Energy Shares Soar on Australian Stock Exchange Following Bitcoin Deal
Shares of Australian investment firm Macro Energy gained 42% following news that it plans to enter the bitcoin space.

Australian Tax Office Explains Bitcoin, Intends to Tax it
The Australian Tax Office has demonstrated a clear understanding of bitcoin in an individual letter to a local startup.

Australian Government Tracks All Bitcoin to AUD Conversions
The Australian government is keeping a close eye on bitcoin – tracking every BTC to AUD conversion, and vice-versa.

Australian Writers Awarded 12 BTC in Bitcoin Essay Competition
Winners of Australia's first bitcoin writing competition have been announced, with 12 BTC in prizes awarded to three writers.

Australia Will Set Official Tax Guidelines on Bitcoin This Year
The Australian Taxation Office will issue formal guidelines on taxing bitcoin business by the end of June.

