Can blockchain really eliminate payment fraud?
As the problem of payment fraud intensifies, the world of finance is increasingly looking to emerging blockchain payment processing systems for a solution.
Australian Fintechs feature in the Australian Financial Review Fast 100 and Fast Starters lists
Congratulations to the Australian FinTech members who made this year’s 2020 Australian Financial Review lists.
ASX revises CHESS replacement timeline
The Australian Securities Exchange is preparing to push back the go-live for its blockchain-based core system that’s replacing its current CHESS platform.
Platform provider pushes blockchain approach for fee consents
Iress has called for an industry standardised approach based on blockchain, responding to new legislation governing ongoing fee arrangements.
Australian Taxation Office to target cryptocurrency investors with audit warnings
Australians are set to receive a stern warning from the Australian Taxation Office in the coming weeks as the tax man takes on cryptocurrency traders.
Bitcoin ATM installations top 7,000 worldwide
A recent data published by CoinATMRadar revealed that the number of Bitcoin ATM installations around the world is now above 7,000 and in over 75 countries.
Bitcoin is ‘digital gold,’ says Finder.com co-founder
“I’m a big believer in Bitcoin,” said Finder.com Co-founder Fred Schebesta. “I think it’s like digital gold. I think it will last on and on and on.”
Cryptocurrency spending in Australia hits record levels
A recent report about retail cryptocurrency spending in Australia has revealed that merchant trade reached almost $74,000 in February – up 67% from January.
