Ah, Australia. Known for kangaroos, koalas, and now… digital currencies? It seems that Gemini, the crypto exchange that’s been quietly watching the Australian Outback from a distance, has decided to make its mark. In the latest episode of “Crypto Goes Global,” Gemini has officially registered with AUSTRAC, Australia’s no-nonsense anti-money laundering regulator. And yes, they’ve appointed a Head of Australia (because of course they did), along with shiny new AUD banking rails that promise faster deposits and, in case you hadn’t noticed, smoother trading.
With the AUSTRAC registration under its belt, Gemini Intergalactic Australia Pty Ltd (yes, that’s what they’re called now) can finally offer digital currency exchange services directly to Australians. No more hopping through hoops to use Gemini’s global platform. Just straight-up Aussie crypto fun!
We’re expanding in Australia 🇦🇺
To lead the charge, we’ve brought on James Logan as Country Head. With AUSTRAC registration and new AUD rails, customers now get faster deposits and a smoother trading experience.
– Gemini (@Gemini) October 8, 2025
Enter James Logan. He’s the new Head of Australia, which is fancy corporate speak for “the guy who has to handle all the crypto craziness in Australia.” Logan has been around the block-he’s worked at crypto exchanges Luno and Bitget (because why settle for just one?), and now he’s here to lead Gemini’s Australian strategy, partnerships, and hopefully, customer growth. “Australians are increasingly turning to trusted platforms to manage their digital assets,” said Logan, which is the diplomatic way of saying, “You’re all going to trust us with your crypto, whether you like it or not.”
But wait, there’s more! Gemini’s expansion in Australia means Aussies can now trade directly with AUD through local banking systems like PayID. Forget about international transfer fees and waiting around for the transfer gods to be kind. You can deposit your AUD and trade like a crypto ninja-fast and seamless.
Regulatory Context: Because No One Loves a Wild West
Of course, this doesn’t all happen in a regulatory vacuum. Australia is tightening its crypto reins, preparing for stricter laws, and requiring crypto exchanges to get their financial house in order. Expect financial services licenses under the Corporations Act, which, let’s be honest, sounds like the most bureaucratic thing ever. Crypto operators will need an Australian Financial Services License (AFSL) and play by the same rules as those boring old financial institutions.
Currently, about 22% of Australians hold digital assets-because apparently, everyone’s jumping on the crypto bandwagon. With such high adoption rates, increasing institutional demand, and a regulatory framework that’s still evolving (but getting there), Australia is now a pretty important crypto market. Or as some might say, it’s the new wild, wild west of digital currencies, but with a bit more paperwork.
Gemini Goes Global, Because Why Not?
Gemini first dipped its toes in the Australian crypto waters back in 2019, letting folks trade Bitcoin and Ethereum, like any respectable crypto exchange. But now, with AUSTRAC registration officially in the mix, Gemini is going through a formal “hello, we’re here” process that’s making them official. It’s all part of the bigger picture: crypto companies getting their act together and getting in line with regulations.
And it’s not just Australia. Globally, Gemini is doing big things: they’ve snagged a European MiCA license, launched tokenized stock trading in Europe, rolled out a Bitcoin credit card in the U.S., and made their grand debut on NASDAQ. All this, and they’ve already cleared over $200 billion in volume. You’d think they were trying to take over the world, right?
Back in Australia, though, Gemini’s AUSTRAC registration means they’re going to have some serious competition from other crypto giants like Coinbase and Kraken, plus local players like Swyftx and CoinSpot. And just like that, the crypto race in Australia is on. Fasten your seatbelt, it’s going to be a bumpy, but exciting ride. 🚀
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2025-10-09 11:00