From piperalderman.com.au: Australia’s government is shifting towards a more streamlined regulatory framework for cryptocurrency, which includes requirements for exchanges to obtain Australian Financial Services Licenses and regulation of stablecoins as stored-value facilities.

As the long-awaited payouts for Mt. Gox creditors approach, there are significant tax implications depending on the classification of their claims, particularly concerning the status of crypto-assets as property.

Robinhood has launched a new prediction markets hub within its platform, expanding its offerings beyond traditional trading despite regulatory scrutiny.