Australia
Australian State Grants Crypto Startup $100k to Boost Tourism
An Australian state government has awarded $100,000 to a crypto travel company in an effort to bolster its tourism industry.
Commonwealth Bank Claims Success in Global Trade Blockchain Trial
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has announced the completion of a cross-border shipment that was tracked with blockchain.
Bank of Queensland Rules Out Crypto Purchases With Mortgage Funds
The Australian retail bank has revised its loan agreements to prohibit borrowers from using mortgages to purchase cryptocurrency.
PwC Australia, Port of Brisbane Unveil Blockchain Supply Chain Pilot
PwC Australia, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Port of Brisbane are trialling a new blockchain trade solution.
Australian Government Looks to Blockchain for Trade Modernization
Australia's Department of Home Affairs is touting blockchain technology in a push to modernize the country's international trade supply chains.
Australia's Government Budgets Over $500K for Blockchain Study
Australia's latest budget allocates AU $700,000 to its Digital Transformation Agency for the exploration of government blockchain applications.
Australia's Securities Watchdog Moves to Halt 'Deceptive' ICOs
Yet another global regulator is speaking out about its attempts to fight fraud in the ICO market. This time, it's Australia taking the lead.
UNICEF Is Mining Crypto to Raise Funds for Children
UNICEF Australia has launched a website that harness supporters' computers to raise donations via cryptocurrency mining.
ASX Exchange Targets 2020 for DLT Settlement System
The Australian Securities Exchange provided an update on its plans to replace its settlement and clearing system with blockchain technology.
Australia's Securities Watchdog Airs Concerns About Overseas ICOs
ASIC is to extend its guidelines on initial coin offerings over concerns about overseas projects targeting local investors.
