Australia Tightens Cryptocurrency Regulations with New Bill

Australia is taking a decisive step towards regulating cryptocurrencies, introducing a comprehensive digital assets framework that will bring cryptocurrency businesses under the country’s federal regulatory oversight. The Corporations Amendment Digital Assets Framework Bill 2025 marks a significant milestone in ensuring responsible and controlled growth of Australia’s digital asset sector.   The bill aims to create stronger customer protections while encouraging stability within the industry. It introduces new licensing rules for cryptocurrency platforms, with customers’ assets subject to stringent requirements under the framework. These regulations also extend to tokenized versions of real-world assets like bonds and commodities.