Unlocking Australia’s $24 billion digital finance dividend: New DFCRC report outlines productivity gains and policy path to accelerate growth
Australia could unlock a $24 billion annual economic opportunity from digital finance innovation, according to new research from DFCRC.
Macropod secures strategic investment led by Betashares to scale Australia’s first regulated AUD-backed stablecoin
Macropod, the first licensed issuer of an Australian dollar–backed stablecoin, today announced a minority strategic investment led by Betashares.
Clearstream, DTCC, and Euroclear map the course to interoperability and drive widespread adoption of Digital Asset Securities
Clearstream, The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, and Euroclear released their latest collaborative white paper titled “Building the Path Towards Digital Asset Securities Interoperability”.
Ripple announces the expansion of the Ripple Payments platform with end-to-end fiat and stablecoin capabilities
Ripple today announced a major expansion of Ripple Payments – its solution for moving money across both traditional and digital rails.
Australian fintech Wayex launches Wayex Global in over 160 countries
Wayex Global is a digital-first financial platform leveraging its partnership with Bridge to combine a global USD account with Visa card access.
Pepperstone launches dedicated crypto exchange in Australia under Pepperstone Crypto brand
Global trading platform Pepperstone has officially launched its dedicated spot crypto exchange in Australia under the brand Pepperstone Crypto.
ASIC granting AFSL to AUDC highlights the value created by Novatti
ASIC granting this AFSL to AUDC continues to highlight the value created by Novatti’s incubation of AUDC.
KuCoin named Finder’s Top Pick for Australian crypto users as the market raises the bar
KuCoin’s recognition as Finder’s Top Pick Crypto Exchange 2025 has landed as more than just an industry accolade; it reflects how Australian users are redefining what “best” actually means.

