Australia Flags Crypto Oversight Gaps as 2026 Risk
Australia’s financial regulator has identified gaps in crypto oversight as a key risk, as the government advances long-awaited digital asset licensing laws.
Australia’s financial regulator has identified gaps in crypto oversight as a key risk, as the government advances long-awaited digital asset licensing laws.
A new KuCoin report finds that more than half of crypto funding in Australia comes from bank transfers, underscoring demand for regulated fiat on-ramps.
Australia’s ASIC expands licensing and custody exemptions for stablecoin and wrapped token intermediaries, aiming to foster digital asset innovation and operational efficiency.
KuCoin expanded its presence in Australia through an activation at the 2025 Australian PGA Championship, aligning the initiative with recent regulatory milestones and local growth plans.
The Australian government introduced comprehensive legislation to Parliament requiring crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL).