As Australians head to the polls this Saturday, one thing is clear: pro-crypto regulation is finally on the agenda\u2014no matter which major party wins. After years of delay and political ambiguity, both the ruling Labor Party and opposition Liberals are committed to introducing legislation shaped by industry consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite speculation that crypto-savvy voters\u2014estimated at around two million\u2014could sway the election, digital assets have been largely absent from campaign discourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a missed opportunity,\u201d said Adrian Przelozny, founder of crypto exchange Independent Reserve. \u201cNeither side has made crypto a headline issue because they\u2019re wary of polarizing voters or sounding too niche.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nonetheless, behind the scenes, momentum is building. In April, Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor pledged to publish draft crypto regulations within the first 100 days if the Liberal Party wins power. Meanwhile, the current Treasury has scheduled draft legislation on digital asset platform regulation and payment system modernization for release this quarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amy-Rose Goodey, CEO of the Digital Economy Council of Australia, believes bipartisan support marks a turning point. \u201cIrrespective of who gets in, we\u2019re in a better position than we were about a year ago,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While major parties remain cautious, minor parties are courting pro-crypto voters more directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For Australia\u2019s crypto community, the bipartisan push for regulation marks a significant shift after more than a decade of political inertia. With both sides now committed to drafting legislation informed by industry voices, the path is finally opening for meaningful regulatory clarity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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