Australia launches renewed digital transformation strategy
In a discussion paper, the federal government said investment in public sector staff and reusable technology would help usher in a new era of progress.
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Australia and Singapore announce cross-border trade blockchain trials
The Australian Border Force has partnered with two separate regulatory agencies in Singapore, to run a pilot of digital verification schemes on the blockchain to streamline cross-border trade.
Australian regulator indicts BitConnect promoter John Bigatton
John Bigatton is accused of operating an unregistered managed investment scheme and providing financial advice without a license to do so, contrary to the laws of Australia.
‘Future is blockchain’: Australian senator pushes for ‘one-touch’ government
Andrew Bragg said blockchain “may well be the solution to one-touch government with international transactions in real time.”
Reserve Bank of Australia announces CBDC plans
Reserve Bank of Australia has announced plans for a CBDC proof-of-concept; the bank says the project will be finished by the end of the year.
Australian bourse blockchain settlement system faces new delays
The Australian Securities Exchange said the decision comes “after extensive industry consultation and a comprehensive project review.”
Huobi partners with Banxa to expand fiat services
Huobi users in Australia, EU and UK will be allowed to purchase up to $20,000 worth of digital currencies in AUD, EUR or GBP.
Australian central bank dismisses need for digital currency
Australia’s digital payments systems are adequate for the citizens’ needs, according to Tory Richards, head of payments policy at the Reserve Bank of Australia.
CoinGeek Live Day 2: Health, tokens, social media and fresh air
The second day of CoinGeek Live began with a breath of fresh Australian air, with reports from three entrepreneurs working in the natural world.
Australian man caught mining on supercomputers avoids jail
Jonathan Khoo was a contractor at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, a federal government’s scientific research agency.
Bitcoin SV buying introduced at 4 online retail platforms
New options for buying Bitcoin SV have come online at four prominent digital asset retail sites targeting the United Kingdom and Australia.
Australian Senate: Blockchain will take over fintech in a decade
The report called for adoption of blockchain and other emerging technologies as Australia faces its first recession in three decades.