89 stories tagged #Australia

  1. Australia's ASIC: Crypto Should Not Be a Separate Asset Class
    finance

    Australia's ASIC: Crypto Should Not Be a Separate Asset Class

    ASIC Fintech Chief Rhys Bollen argues crypto assets should be regulated based on economic substance, not technological form, aligning with existing financial laws.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  2. Ripple Pursues Australian License to Expand Regional Payments
    finance

    Ripple Pursues Australian License to Expand Regional Payments

    Ripple seeks an Australian Financial Services License via BC Payments acquisition to scale its cross-border payment solutions across the Asia-Pacific region.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  3. Australia's ASIC: Crypto is Finance, Not a New Asset Class
    finance

    Australia's ASIC: Crypto is Finance, Not a New Asset Class

    Australia's securities regulator argues crypto should be regulated based on its economic function, not its technology, aligning it with existing financial frameworks.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  4. Ripple Secures Australian Financial License Through Acquisition
    crypto

    Ripple Secures Australian Financial License Through Acquisition

    Ripple is set to obtain a crucial Australian financial services license by acquiring BC Payments Australia, enhancing its payments business across the APAC region.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  5. Iran Women's Football Team Members Seek Asylum in Australia
    world

    Iran Women's Football Team Members Seek Asylum in Australia

    Two more members of Iran's women's football team have claimed asylum in Australia, joining five others who previously sought sanctuary. The athletes faced accusations of being 'traitors' at home following a pre-match protest.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  6. Australia Enacts Stricter Age Verification for Online Content
    tech

    Australia Enacts Stricter Age Verification for Online Content

    Australia expands online safety measures, mandating age checks for AI chatbots, adult games, and search engines to protect minors.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  7. Global Union Cites Safety Concerns for Iran Women's Soccer Team
    world

    Global Union Cites Safety Concerns for Iran Women's Soccer Team

    FIFPRO expresses grave concerns for the Iranian women's soccer team following their Asian Cup exit, amid reports of them being labeled 'wartime traitors'.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  8. Iran Women's Soccer Team's Anthem Stirs Safety Concerns Amid Asian Cup Exit
    world

    Iran Women's Soccer Team's Anthem Stirs Safety Concerns Amid Asian Cup Exit

    Iran's national women's soccer team sang their anthem at the Women's Asian Cup, sparking debate about coercion and safety after a previous silent protest.

    3mo ago 1 min read