Australia
Australian Bank Publishes Report 'Bitcoin to replace AUD?'
The National Australia Bank, one of Australia’s ‘Big Four’, has published a research paper about bitcoin.
The Australian Bitcoin Association Opens its Doors
The Australian Bitcoin Association is officially accepting members, having completed the process of becoming a fully-fledged legal entity.
Central Banks in New Zealand and Australia Issue Bitcoin Warning
Officials from New Zealand and Australia echoed statements from around the world, saying bitcoin was "interesting but risky".
Bitcoin Foundation Officially Launches International Chapters
The Bitcoin Foundation has launched its expansion overseas, signing affiliates in Canada and Australia.
What Do Australia's Biggest Banks Think About Bitcoin?
Australian banks have had a mixed reaction to bitcoin so far, but how has this affected customers?
Australian Bitcoin Exchange CoinJar Gets A$500k in Venture Funding
Australian bitcoin exchange CoinJar has received A$500,000 in venture funding.
Australian company announces bitcoin scholarship contest
Digital currencies and the future: will bitcoin change the world? Australian company launches essay competition to find answer.
Australian crowdfunding site Pozible accepts bitcoin
Down-under crowdfunding site Pozible is now accepting bitcoin donatoins for projects in addition to fiat.
First Australian photography studio to accept bitcoin offers 50% discount
A Sydney-based photography service is offering a bargain introductory rate for customers willing to pay in bitcoin.
In-person bitcoin exchanges spread across the globe
More and more people are trading bitcoin in person, keeping with the ethos of a decentralised, peer-to-peer currency.
