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As part of a broader global crackdown on crypto-related fraud, Australia’s financial regulator has issued a major penalty over a fraudulent 15 million AUD digital asset scheme. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has banned a former financial adviser,…
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The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has filed civil proceedings against former Blockchain Global director Liang “Allan” Guo over alleged breaches of directors’ duties linked to the collapse of ACX Exchange. According to a May 28 press release from the…
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By early 2025, Russia’s Bitcoin mining capacity had topped 11 GW, but only around 3 GW was reportedly used by legal miners. Bitcoin (BTC) mining sector in Russia grew in 2024 as the number of mining farms rose 7% to…
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Bitcoin miner manufacturer Canaan has introduced the Avalon Mini 3 and Nano 3S, rigs that mine crypto while also doubling as home heaters. Canaan, a tech company known for its ASIC chip design and development, is taking another shot at…
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Binance’s Australian arm comes under fire from Australian regulators that accuse the crypto exchange of falsely categorizing local clients as wholesale clients, exposing them to risky crypto assets. According to a press release published on Dec. 18, the Australian Securities…
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Kraken’s Australian entity, Bit Trade, is facing a multi-million fine for failing to comply with rules requiring a target market determination for its margin extension product. The Australian operator of the Kraken crypto exchange, Bit Trade, has been fined AUD…
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Hut 8 has announced an upgrade to its ASIC fleet with the purchase of 31,145 Antminer S21+ units at $15 per terahash. North American cryptocurrency mining giant Hut 8 has unveiled plans to upgrade its ASIC fleet with the purchase…
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Bitdeer Technologies Group has tested its SEAL02 chip, reaching an efficiency target in Bitcoin mining. Bitdeer Technologies Group announced on Sept. 26 the successful testing of its latest (BTC) mining chip, SEAL02, via a press release. The chip achieved a…
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Following Bitcoin’s April halving, which cut miners’ rewards, many mining models saw “significant drawdowns” in pricing, according to Hashrate Index. The ASIC market is undergoing significant changes as mining rigs are trying to adapt to a post-halving environment, with Bitcoin’s…
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Australian court convicts John Bigatton, BitConnect promoter, of providing unlicensed financial advice between 2017 and 2018. Aussie John Louis Anthony Bigatton, the national promoter of the BitConnect Ponzi scheme, has been convicted by the Sydney District Court of providing unlicensed…
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Australia’s securities regulator has issued a cautionary statement to investors ahead of the launch of Bitcoin ETFs on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX). A spokesperson from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has warned of the risks involved with…
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Australia’s securities regulator has marked its first court victory, setting a precedent regarding a non-cash payment facility involving crypto. The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) has set a legal precedent in the local crypto market after the Federal Court…
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The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) has secured an interim travel prohibition against a former Blockchain Global director. In a press release on Feb. 28, ASIC said it has obtained interim travel restraint orders against Liang Guo, a former…
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Australia’s minister to interrogate the country’s financial regulatory body, questioning why it did not caution consumers about a $1.3 billion crypto scam linked to Australia. In an interview with The Guardian, Australia’s minister for financial services and assistant treasurer Stephen…
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The Australian treasury has released a consultation paper proposing a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency exchanges. The new legal framework will require cryptocurrency companies to apply for a financial services license. The primary purpose of the new regulatory framework will…
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ASIC, Australia’s financial watchdog, has announced a new four-year plan prioritizing consumer protection against digital scams, including cryptocurrency-related frauds.
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