Australia

Host Angie Lau breaks down the latest developments in crypto legislation around the world as Australia proposes a move towards a clear regulatory framework for digital asset platforms. Plus, a deep dive into crypto exchange Binance's ongoing legal battle. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Okt 20, 2023

Australia won't be introducing a CBDC for some years, according to a new report from the country's central bank. David Lavecky, CEO and co-founder of fintech firm CANVAS, which facilitated the first-ever foreign exchange transaction using an Australian Central Bank Digital Currency, shares insights into Australia's eAUD pilot. "It's really shown that there is a path forward tokenizing the economy and having a ecosystem of both CBDCs and privately-issued stablecoins," Lavecky said.

Ago 24, 2023

Australia's central bank announced that the country will not likely make a decision on a central bank digital currency (CBDC) for some years due to several unresolved issues that surfaced at the end of the pilot project. "First Mover" hosts Jennifer Sanasie and Amitoj Singh weigh in.

Ago 23, 2023

Host Angie Lau takes a deep dive into the state of Binance as the crypto exchange shut down its buy-and-sell service Binance Connect just one year after its launch. Plus, insights on crypto developments from Singapore to Australia. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Ago 18, 2023

Some of the largest traditional financial institutions in Australia have been limiting and blocking funds transfers to cryptocurrency exchanges citing rising scams and fraudulent activities. But Caroline Bowler, former bank employee and incumbent chief executive officer of BTC Markets, one of the oldest exchanges in the nation, said that she believes the nation can still be a crypto hub in the region due to the well-established and regulated local traditional financial infrastructure that crypto can easily be molded into. In a Word on the Block interview with Forkast Editor-in-Chief Angie Lau, Bowler highlights the importance of all stakeholders including legislators, institutions, and the crypto industry in coming together to propel Australia into the blockchain economy.

Ago 16, 2023

Crypto exchange Binance’s office in Australia was searched on Tuesday by the country's financial regulator, the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC), according to a Bloomberg report. CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De weighs in on the regulatory scrutiny faced by the company in multiple jurisdictions.

Hul 5, 2023

Australia made its first foreign exchange transaction using eAUD, the CBDC piloted in the country. The transaction was done using Canvas, an Ethereum Layer 2 that uses Zero Knowledge roll-up technology. Canvas CEO David Lavecky discusses the company's role in the country's approach to testing the use of central bank digital currencies.

May 25, 2023

Australia made its first Foreign Exchange Transaction using eAUD, the CBDC being piloted in the country. The transaction was done using Canvas, an Ethereum Layer 2 that uses Zero Knowledge roll-up technology. Canvas CEO David Lavecky discusses the project, noting "what's happening here is a pilot to investigate the benefits that come with it." Plus, Lavecky shares his outlook on broader retail adoption of this technology.

May 25, 2023

We may all want to be crypto millionaires, but what if you accidentally become one? The story of an Australian couple who was mistakenly refunded millions by Crypto.com and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

Okt 19, 2022

Twenty-five prominent institutions in Australia have come together to start a research program to explore digital asset opportunities. Michael Bacina, partner at law firm Piper Alderman, explains why the country is the prime location to test asset digitization.

Set 1, 2022