Australia
DigitalBTC Launches Mining Contracts Platform DigitalX Mintsy
Australian firm digitalBTC has launched digitalX Mintsy, a service that allows users to lease and trade processing power for cryptocurrency mining.
CoinJar Swipe Bitcoin Debit Cards Now Available
CoinJar Swipe debit cards, which have been on trial since September, are now available for all customers in Australia for use at stores nationwide.
Defendant in Tasmania's 'Biggest Drugs Bust' Paid with Bitcoin
A southern Tasmanian man has pleaded guilty to trafficking drugs and admitted that bitcoin was used to pay for them.
Gallery: Melbourne Celebrates Chinese New Year With Bitcoin Giveaway
The Melbourne Bitcoin Technology Centre (MBTC) has given away bitcoin paper wallets at Melbourne's Chinese New Year celebrations.
Diamond Circle Suspends Operations Amid Cash Crisis
Citing a lack of capital, Australian bitcoin hardware manufacturer Diamond Circle has suspended operations pending a buyer for its assets.
CoinJar Redesigns iOS Wallet App for More Social Experience
CoinJar's updated mobile app is simple to use and allows faster payments to all addresses, plus fiat currency transfers between CoinJar accounts.
Australian Bitcoin Exchange Claims Exemption from 10% Government Tax
Bitcoin exchange Coin Loft says it has beaten Australia's tax imposition on bitcoin trades with a private ruling from the government.
Australian Regulator: Bitcoin is Not a Financial Product
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has issued temporary guidance for bitcoin businesses.
