AU
Australia
Permissive
Oceania
Last verified: 2026-02-18
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REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
Framework
ASIC Regulatory Framework
Licensing
Required
Notes
AFSL required for crypto-related financial services. AML registration with AUSTRAC.
Details
Bitcoin trading and custody permitted. Spot Bitcoin ETFs trading on ASX since 2024. Consumer protection focus.
Primary Regulator
Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
Secondary
AUSTRAC (AML)
Data Provenance
High(1 source)
Per Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) · 2026-02-18T00:00:00Z
Sources (1)
Not Legal Advice
Regulatory status is for educational purposes only. Verify with official sources before making decisions.