Australia's New South Wales government is turning to blockchain for a state-wide test of a driver license digitization program slated for November.
Australia's securities regulator has said it plans to apply financial market rules to crypto exchanges and closely scrutinize ICOs.
The Australian Securities Exchange has pushed back the launch of its blockchain-based CHESS replacement after feedback from stakeholders.
An Australian federal agency is developing a blockchain that will allow businesses to carry out transactions based on smart legal contracts.
The Australian Securities Exchange is looking to blockchain technology as a potential replacement for its clearing and settlement services.
An Australian state government has awarded $100,000 to a crypto travel company in an effort to bolster its tourism industry.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has announced the completion of a cross-border shipment that was tracked with blockchain.
The Australian retail bank has revised its loan agreements to prohibit borrowers from using mortgages to purchase cryptocurrency.
PwC Australia, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Port of Brisbane are trialling a new blockchain trade solution.
Australia's Department of Home Affairs is touting blockchain technology in a push to modernize the country's international trade supply chains.
Australia's latest budget allocates AU $700,000 to its Digital Transformation Agency for the exploration of government blockchain applications.
Yet another global regulator is speaking out about its attempts to fight fraud in the ICO market. This time, it's Australia taking the lead.
UNICEF Australia has launched a website that harness supporters' computers to raise donations via cryptocurrency mining.
The Australian Securities Exchange provided an update on its plans to replace its settlement and clearing system with blockchain technology.
ASIC is to extend its guidelines on initial coin offerings over concerns about overseas projects targeting local investors.