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One million Australians are expected to enter crypto over next year

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3 years ago

September 26, 2022

An Australian blockchain technology company predicts that one million Australians will invest in cryptocurrency over the next 12 months.

The report, which surveyed 2,000 Australians, found that 8 percent of respondents already own digital currency, while another 28 percent are considering investing.

The report comes as the Australian government is taking steps to regulate the cryptocurrency industry.

Earlier this year, the country’s Senate released a draft bill that would require digital currency exchanges to register with the financial intelligence agency AUSTRAC and comply with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws.

The rise in cryptocurrency ownership in Australia is being driven by a number of factors, including a growing awareness of digital currencies and their potential to generate returns, as well as increasing media coverage of the sector.

In addition, a number of high-profile investors have recently come out in support of cryptocurrency, which has helped legitimize the asset class in the eyes of potential investors.

While there is certainly a lot of hype surrounding digital currencies at the moment, it’s important to remember that they are still a relatively new and volatile asset class. As such, anyone thinking about investing in cryptocurrency should do so carefully and with a healthy dose of caution.

Regulated industry

With the government taking steps to regulate the industry, Australia is set to become one of the first countries in the world to comprehensively regulate digital currency exchanges. While there is significant hype surrounding digital currencies at present, investors should exercise caution when considering investing in this relatively new and volatile asset class.

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Australian Dollar surges: What $0.70 means for markets

Australian dollar surges 5% to $0.70, impacting importers, exporters, and big miners amid rising interest rates.

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14 hours ago

February 18, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Australian dollar surges 5% to $0.70, impacting importers, exporters, and big miners amid rising interest rates.

The Australian dollar has jumped more than 5 percent against the U.S. dollar this year, now trading around $0.70. This rapid rise has sparked mixed reactions for importers and exporters as Australia’s materials sector shows signs of bouncing back, despite concerns over rising interest rates.

Dale Gilham from Wealth Within breaks down the factors behind the AUD surge, the implications for commodities, and what it means for big miners like BHP. From profits to strategy, we explore how the market is reacting to this currency shift.

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S&P 500 rises as financial stocks lead and tech slips

S&P 500 rises 0.4% thanks to financial stocks; software struggles amidst AI concerns. Subscribe for updates!

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14 hours ago

February 18, 2026

Harvey Vargas

S&P 500 rises 0.4% thanks to financial stocks; software struggles amidst AI concerns. Subscribe for updates!

The S&P 500 climbed 0.4% on Tuesday, boosted by strong gains in financial stocks. Citigroup and JPMorgan led the rally, showing investors are rotating money into the sector as tech stocks faltered.

Meanwhile, software shares struggled, with ServiceNow, Autodesk, and Palo Alto Networks all seeing notable declines. Concerns around AI disruption continue to affect the software and financial sectors alike.

Market watchers are now turning their attention to upcoming inflation reports later this week, looking for signals that could shape the next moves in the market.

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Australia’s GST debate heats up amid tax reform push

Australia debates GST expansion amid aging population pressures and personal income tax concerns; expert insights from Dr. Steven Enticott.

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1 day ago

February 17, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Australia debates GST expansion amid aging population pressures and personal income tax concerns; expert insights from Dr. Steven Enticott.

Australia is facing a fierce debate over tax reform, with fresh calls to broaden the Goods and Services Tax as the government searches for more stable revenue streams. With an ageing population putting pressure on health, pensions and long-term spending, economists argue the current reliance on personal income tax may not be sustainable.

Dr Steven Enticott from CIA Tax joins Ticker to break down the real impact of expanding the GST, including how it could affect lower-income households, whether taxing unrealised gains would change investor behaviour, and what compensation mechanisms could soften the blow on essential goods. The political risks are high, but so are the fiscal stakes.

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