Australia

Australian Regulator: Too Early to Investigate Troubled Bitcoin Firm Igot

Australia’s securities regulator has suggested it cannot yet intervene in a dispute involving bitcoin service Igot and unhappy customers.

By Stan HigginsApr 12, 2016

ASX remains committed to its plans for potential blockchain integration even after the man who helped lead the project resigned.

The ASX CEO who championed the company’s adoption of blockchain tech has resigned, prompting questions about its blockchain work.

The Australian government announced its commitment today to seek a legislative solution to tax questions surrounding bitcoin.

By Stan HigginsMar 21, 2016

Australian delivery company Australia Post is looking into possible blockchain technology applications for storing identity information.

By Stan HigginsMar 16, 2016

A top Australian blockchain lawyer speaks out against what he feels are actions by local banks and governments that restrict FinTech competition.

By Mark TooheyMar 6, 2016

The head of Australia’s top securities watchdog said earlier this month that blockchain technology will have “profound implications”.

By Stan HigginsFeb 25, 2016

A new Australian political party has proposed the introduction of a blockchain-based voting system that would govern actions of lawmakers.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 17, 2016

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has said that Australian banks did not collude in blocking services for bitcoin firms.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 15, 2016

How the Australian Securities Exchange's investment in blockchain startup Digital Asset Holdings could influence the company's offerings.

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