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Australian senator drafts bill aimed at stablecoin, digital yuan regulation

DIGIT — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 06:26:09 +0000

Senator Andrew Bragg on Monday released a draft bill aimed at regulating crypto exchanges, stablecoins, and the digital yuan.

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Commonwealth Bank’s plans to expand crypto services to 6.5M delayed by red tape

DIGIT — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 03:49:39 +0000

One of Australia’s biggest banks is still wading through a sea of red tape spun by local financial regulators before launching its crypto products to all of its retail users.

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Australian Senator proposes landmark Digital Services Act

DIGIT — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 04:04:40 +0000

The new legislative package will address issues in crypto custody, taxation, and DAO operations in order to protect consumers against bad actors in the space.

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Australian government gives nod to 6 world leading crypto reforms

DIGIT — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 04:09:02 +0000

“What is clear is that if we embrace these developments, Australia has an enormous opportunity to capitalize on the convergence between finance and technology,” Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said.

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Proposed tightening of Australian crypto regulations could stifle competition: Kraken

DIGIT — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 02:06:04 +0000

Kraken Australia’s Managing Director is concerned that a proposed new licensing regime for crypto exchanges could collapse the vibrancy of the industry down under.

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RBA warns Aussies over punting on ‘fad driven’ cryptocurrencies

DIGIT — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 05:00:14 +0000

The Reserve Bank of Australia has warned local investors that the speculative frenzy on crypto could soon dry up if policymakers and regulators step in.

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Afterpay ‘absolutely’ keen to explore crypto services after regulations clarified

DIGIT — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 03:34:56 +0000

Afterpay spoke as part of the Senate inquiry into “Australia as a Technology and Financial Center” and Lee Hatton said there would be enough consumer demand to offer crypto services.

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Australian crypto businesses tell Senate inquiry about being de-banked up to 91 times

DIGIT — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:29:48 +0000

Speaking on a panel as part of the senate inquiry into “Australia as a Technology and Financial Centre” three crypto firms outlined their de-banking experience in Australia.

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Senator warns lack of regulations could harm Australian crypto innovation

DIGIT — Fri, 21 May 2021 05:49:34 +0000

Australian senator Andrew Bragg has urged regulators to develop clear and comprehensive regulations to encourage innovation and ensure global competitiveness.

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