Australia
Australian Senate Panel Throws Support Behind Crypto Exchange Bill
Australia is moving ahead with plans to pass new regulations for the country's cryptocurrency exchange space.

An Australian University Is Giving Out Ether to Students
The University of New South Wales' consumer loyalty research effort will pay students in ether for making purchases at on-campus retailers.

ASX Request Forces Public Gaming Firm to Spin Out New ICO Startup
Australia-based gaming company iCandy Interactive has been forced to alter plans to launch a token for a new gaming marketplace.

$34 Million: Australian Blockchain Startup Power Ledger Completes ICO
Power Ledger, a blockchain startup based in Australia, has raised $34 million in a token sale.

Australia's Securities Regulator Issues Formal Guidance For ICOs
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has issued regulatory guidance for businesses considering launching an initial coin offering.

Australia's Origin Energy to Trial Blockchain Power Trading
One of Australia's largest power providers is working with blockchain startup Power Ledger on a platform aimed to facilitate energy trading.

Australia Cites Blockchain In 'Digital Economy' Strategy Launch
Australia is plotting an ambitious new Digital Economy initiative and blockchain is part of the plan, a new paper reveals.

Australia's Securities Watchdog Might Run Its Own Blockchain Nodes
Australia's securities markets regulator is weighing the use of blockchain as part of broader data strategy.

Bitcoin 'Double Taxation' Relief Bill Introduced in Australia
Australia has introduced a new bill that, if passed, would end the country's bitcoin "double taxation" issue.

Take Two: Bitcoin Miner BTCS Announces New Merger Deal
BTCS, the publicly traded bitcoin miner, is moving toward a new merger, SEC filings reveal.
