Australia

Australian Federal Investigators Look at Bitcoin's Organized Crime Role

The Australian Crime Commission has launched an official investigation into bitcoin's role in organized crime activity, called 'Project Longstrike'.

By Jon SouthurstDec 3, 2014

MasterCard has spoken out against bitcoin's perceived risks and called for a regulatory "level playing field" for payments systems including bitcoin.

Australian bitcoin exchange and payment processor CoinJar is relocating its headquarters to London, citing a more favorable tax environment.

By Jon SouthurstDec 1, 2014

The Australian Senate will hold its first hearing into the economic and technological impact of digital currencies this Wednesday.

By Jon SouthurstNov 24, 2014

The Australian government has mentioned bitcoin on an official pension application form, which local experts say legitimizes digital currency.

By Jon SouthurstNov 14, 2014

Sir Richard Branson has voiced his support for bitcoin ahead of the GDCC forum in Brisbane, Australia, this Sunday.

A conference dedicated to digital currencies will be held to coincide with the G20 Leaders' Summit in Brisbane.

By Jon SouthurstNov 10, 2014

About $9m in bitcoin may be sold by the Australian government following the sentencing of a Silk Road user.

By Pete RizzoOct 31, 2014

Launceston, Tasmania, hopes to put itself on the map with a bitcoin-based economy supported by local businesses and government.

By Jon SouthurstOct 29, 2014

New Australian exchange Independent Reserve says its regulatory compliance and stable location will appeal to customers seeking security.

By Jon SouthurstOct 22, 2014

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