Crypto Regulation in Australia: What’s Coming in FY 2025–26?
Crypto Regulation in Australia is entering a transformative phase in FY 2025–26, with reforms aimed at clarity, security, and innovation.
1. Why FY 2025–26 is a Turning Point
- Mid-2025 will see ASIC publish its updated Info Sheet 225 guidance, clarifying how financial services laws apply to digital assets.
- The Australian government plans to introduce a Digital Asset Platform (DAP) licensing framework, bringing crypto exchanges under the same supervision as traditional financial entities.
2. Licensing: From Crypto Exchanges to Custodians
- Crypto exchanges and custodial platforms will need an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) aligning them with the Corporations Act.
- A…
