Australia
ASIC Chairman: Blockchain Technology Has Potential to Change Finance
The chairman of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission has said blockchain technology has the potential to change the financial market.

Westpac CEO: It's Too Soon to Panic About Bitcoin
The CEO of Westpac Group, one of Australia's 'Big Four' banks, has claimed it is "too soon" to panic about bitcoin.

Bitcoin Group Makes Third Attempt to IPO in Australia
Bitcoin Group is to make its third attempt to IPO this November, following two stop orders from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.

What the New Australian Senate Report Means for Bitcoin
The release of the Senate Economics References Committee Report on Digital Currencies marks the start of the next phase for bitcoin in Australia.

Australian Senate Committee Seeks to Overturn Bitcoin Tax Ruling
The way in which digital currency transactions are taxed should be reviewed, according to the Australian Senate Economics References Committee.

Australian Securities Regulator Puts Brakes on Bitcoin IPO
An Australian cryptocurrency firm is facing fresh delays on its road to debuting on the Australian Securities Exchange.

Deloitte Backs Bitcoin Accounting Standards Effort in Australia
Professional services company Deloitte has partnered with an Australian digital currency trade group to develop new accounting standards.

BitMoby's Bitcoin Top-Up Service Wins IT Award
International bitcoin mobile phone top-up service BitMoby has won two prizes at the technology-focused iAwards in Australia.

Australian Firm Faces Harassment After Paying Bitcoin Ransom
An executive in Australia has been reportedly victimized by online hackers after the company they work for was pressured into paying a bitcoin ransom.
