Australian Securities and Investments Commission

Australian Securities Watchdog Updates Guidance on ICOs and Crypto Assets

ASIC, the Australian securities regulator, has updated its guidance for businesses involved with initial coin offerings and crypto assets.

Policy & regulation  ·  30 May 2019

Australian Watchdog to Apply Market Rules to Crypto Exchanges

Australia's securities regulator has said it plans to apply financial market rules to crypto exchanges and closely scrutinize ICOs.

Policy & regulation  ·  7 September 2018
ICOs

ASX Probes Penny Stock Seeking to Raise $15 Million in an ICO

The Australian Securities Exchange is questioning an IT firm behind a listed penny stock seeking to raise $15 million via a token sale.

Markets  ·  5 September 2018
Regulation

Australia’s Securities Regulator Seeks Closer Ties To Blockchain Startups

Australia's top securities watchdog is looking to boost its engagement with companies working with blockchain.

Policy & regulation  ·  20 March 2017
Regulation

Bitcoin Group Makes Third Attempt to IPO in Australia

Bitcoin Group is to make its third attempt to IPO this November, following two stop orders from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.

Policy & regulation  ·  8 September 2015