China’s digital currency could challenge Bitcoin and even the dollar
China has begun a pilot program for an official digital version of its currency—with the likelihood of a bigger test at the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022.
Victoria’s early-stage startup sector worth $4.6 billion in 2019 – representing almost 19,000 jobs
A new report from Deloitte Access Economics has found that Victoria’s early-stage startup sector revenue was $4.6 billion in 2019, representing 19,000 jobs.
Fintech collaboration on the cards for Australia’s digital identity
The DTA has been working on Australia’s digital identity system, hoping to make the way people access government services simpler and more streamlined.
How Australia can improve its global fintech position
CPA Australia’s Dr Jana Schmitz emphasises the importance of a holistic and proactive approach towards promoting fintech and regtech.
Raiz granted Digital Investment Management licence to operate in Malaysia
Raiz Invest’s joint venture subsidiary – Raiz Malaysia Sdn Bhd – has been issued a Digital Investment Management licence in Malaysia.
CBA calls for start-ups helping small businesses
CBA’s X15 Ventures is launching Xccelerate 2020 to support Australia’s best start-ups to help small and micro businesses bounce back in 2020.
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Facebook renames Calibra digital wallet to Novi
Facebook is renaming Calibra, the digital wallet it hopes will one day be used to access the Libra digital currencies, Novi.