
Australia
New Zealand bans Bitcoin ATMs in crackdown on financial crime
New Zealand’s Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee stated that the measures were part of a broader strengthening of the country’s...
China expands AI partnerships with Brazil, Australia
China is strategically addressing U.S. restrictions by strengthening its AI collaborations with Brazil and exploring potential partnerships with Australia.
Digital ID adoption gathers steam in Vietnam, PNG
The adoption of digital IDs is rapidly advancing, with Vietnam looking to onboard foreigners while PNG getting support from Australia...
Malaysia turns to AI to future-proof journalism
Elsewhere, Amazon has announced an AU$20 billion investment in Australia to improve the country’s artificial intelligence and data center capabilities.
Google invests $13 million to upskill Canadian workers
Google Canada says it will focus on AI skills acquisition projects nationwide with its AI Opportunity Fund.
MAS enforces order on DTSPs; Australia ups crypto ATM rules
Singapore's central bank orders a halt to Singaporean DSTPs operating overseas; meanwhile, Australia cracks down on crypto ATM activities.