Bill payment service Living Room of Satoshi, which closed in October due to Australian tax regulations, is back online.
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.
The Australian Senate is to hold an inquiry into digital currencies, as industry representatives call for tax clarity.
Sensible policy is needed to legitimize bitcoin for banks and assist consumers and businesses, say Australian lawyers and groups.