The Ultimate Guide to Blockchain
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Blockchain.
What to know about Blockchain
Blockchain technology represents a transformative breakthrough in how data and transactions are recorded and verified, promising to enhance transparency, security, and efficiency across various industries. By leveraging a decentralized ledger system, blockchain eliminates the need for intermediaries and enables trustless, tamper-proof record-keeping.
Our collection of stories explores the broad impact and evolving applications of blockchain beyond its cryptocurrency origins. From banking and fintech innovations to supply chain transparency, digital identity management, and data protection, blockchain is reshaping traditional business models and security frameworks. Readers can discover insights into current trends, key challenges, emerging use cases, and expert perspectives that reveal both the potential and practical considerations of adopting blockchain technology.
Whether you're interested in understanding blockchain's role in digital finance, its implications for cybersecurity, or its integration with other cutting-edge technologies like AI and IoT, this tag offers a comprehensive view into the ongoing blockchain revolution. Dive in to learn how blockchain is driving innovation, disrupting markets, and influencing the future of digital interaction.
Australian Blockchain News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Ant International launches PayTo service for Australian SMEs
Ant International and Citi are targeting Australian export SMEs with a real-time PayTo option, aiming to ease cash flow and speed cross-border top-ups.
FinTech Australia names Finnies finalists for 10th year
FinTech Australia's 2026 Finnies shortlist spans payments, AI and web3, with 160 finalists and sector value touted at AUD $13.8 billion.
Macropod lists Australian-dollar stablecoin AUDM on OKX
Macropod's AUDM lands on OKX Australia as Drew Bradford and Kate Cooper revive NAB stablecoin ties in a push for faster payments.
Paymentology enters Australia with local payments ties
Paymentology launches in Australia with Cuscal and Constantinople alliances, tapping the nation's fast-growing digital payments market and domestic rails.
Bolt Group buys Beem app from Australian Payments Plus
Bolt Group snaps up Beem app from Australian Payments Plus as the operator refocuses on payments infrastructure and identity rails.
Coinbase wins Australia licence for retail derivatives
Coinbase Australia secures ASIC approval for retail derivatives, paving the way for crypto and equity perpetuals before broader regulated products.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Blockchain
Featured News
Expert Columns
World IP Day: Why IP is the backbone of sporting brands' success
Australia is building a stablecoin system that excludes consumers
The disappearance of crypto and the rebirth of finance
Fintech must match tech progress with true inclusion
The world needs more women in tech - and there's no time to wait
2026 begins: Crypto's heavyweight rumble - round by round
How five digital forces will redefine banking by 2026
Broken rails, better rails: why TradFi needs DeFi now
How identity verification could have stopped a $300M Crypto scam
Dear Santa - A Christmas wishlist for crypto owners (2025 edition)
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Blockchain News
Visa & Westpac launch digital fleet payments in Australia
Visa and Westpac to launch mobile wallet fleet payments in Australia, giving businesses real-time controls and wider merchant acceptance from 2026.
Openmarkets appoints David Jenkins to lead DeFi push
Openmarkets hires David Jenkins as Chief Product and Technology Officer to drive crypto trading, tokenised assets and overseas expansion.
Australia is building a stablecoin system that excludes consumers
Australia backs bank-run stablecoin trials while shutting out consumers, risking faster payments that entrench, not challenge, the status quo.
FinTech Australia launches summit on open banking data
FinTech Australia unveils Fintech Data Horizons Summit to spotlight real-world open banking and data sharing across key sectors in 2026.
FinTechs push Canberra for fairer tenders, funding
FinTech Australia urges Canberra to open tenders to smaller players and revamp startup funding settings in its pre-budget pitch.
Australia Post unveils blockchain Lunar New Year stamps
Australia Post launches $15 blockchain-enabled Lunar New Year DigiStamps, pairing physical horse stamps with scannable digital collectables.
Zerocap unveils Bitcoin-to-ETF swap & credit tools
Zerocap unveils instant Bitcoin-to-IBIT swap, letting big investors move into BlackRock's spot ETF structure without exiting BTC exposure.
Revolut hits 1m Aussie users, plans AUD $400m push
Revolut passes 1m Australian customers and vows nearly AUD $400m investment, stepping up its challenge to local digital banking rivals.
Revolut unveils unified merchant payments suite in Australia
Revolut launches a unified merchant payments suite in Australia, tying in‑person, online and A2A payments directly to its business accounts.
FinTech Australia opens entries for 2026 Finnie Awards
FinTech Australia opens entries for the 2026 Finnie Awards, marking the programme's tenth year with revamped categories and a new Sydney venue.
Binance bets on Aussie institutions to mature crypto
Binance is banking on Australian institutions and new rules to push crypto from speculative sideshow to mainstream finance by 2026.
Wisr joins tokenised ABS pilot under Project Acacia
Wisr joins fintech consortium to tokenise a AUD $250 million asset-backed security in the Reserve Bank of Australia's Project Acacia pilot.
Tiny Away lets guests book eco tiny houses with crypto
Tiny Away now lets guests book eco tiny houses with Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT, offering 20% off crypto stays via Coinbase Commerce.
Worldpay link lets Australians buy crypto instantly
Block Earner links with Worldpay to let Australians fund accounts instantly and buy crypto via major cards and mobile wallets.
Coinbase Australia names Adam Judd COO ahead of regulatory shift
Coinbase Australia appoints Adam Judd as COO to steer operations amid new regulations requiring crypto platforms to obtain an Australian Financial Services Licence.
Trusted fintechs key to bridging traditional and decentralised finance
Trusted fintechs are crucial to bridging traditional and decentralised finance, enabling faster, transparent access to digital assets for all investors.
Constantinople & Paymentology team up to expand Aussie bank card tech
Constantinople teams up with Paymentology to enhance Banking-as-a-Service in Australia, boosting card issuing and payment tech for local banks and fintechs.
Hana Wallet launches Web3 Debit Mastercard with USD $5 bonus
Hana Wallet launches its Web3 Debit Mastercard in Australia, letting users spend crypto like Bitcoin with USD $5 bonus on first use.
Gartner hype cycle 2025 highlights four key trends in automation
Gartner's 2025 Hype Cycle spotlights four automation trends-machine customers, AI agents, decision intelligence and programmable money-reshaping business.
Colonial First State expands AI tools to boost service & advice
Colonial First State deploys GPT-4 AI tools to enhance customer service, advisor support, and efficiency for over three million clients in wealth management.
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