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đź”® BTC, ETH, and Altcoins
Over the last 7 days, Bitcoin ends at AU$157,794 moving +0.98% at the time of writing. Meanwhile, Ethereum ends at AU$5,258 moving +4.64% week-on-week. On the Altcoin side, Solana +0.86%, Dogecoin +5.43%, and XRP +7.89% change.\ \
🗞 What’s happening in the news?
🏠More Australians Invest in Crypto Than Property
Australia’s investment habits are changing fast. According to CoreData’s Australia’s Crypto Investors 2025 report, 12% of Australian adults now hold digital assets, overtaking property investment (6%) outside the family home. The findings position crypto as the nation’s third-most-held asset class, trailing only domestic shares (35%) and cash savings (28%).
The research found that one in four Australians under 35 now invest in cryptocurrency. This is a demographic shift that’s reshaping long-term portfolio construction. Interestingly, adoption among Australians aged 50 and above has doubled since 2022, reflecting a broader cultural move toward digital diversification.
CoreData’s analysis shows that crypto ownership is also growing within self-managed super funds (SMSFs), where trustees increasingly view Bitcoin and Ethereum as alternative stores of value. The report notes that 8% of SMSF investors now hold some form of digital asset exposure, up from just 3% in 2021.
When asked why they invest, 47% of respondents cited diversification benefits, while 41% see crypto as “the future of money.” Accessibility has also improved with over two-thirds of Australian crypto investors now use licensed, regulated exchanges, underscoring growing trust in the ecosystem.
CoreData’s lead analyst summarised the shift:
“Crypto has moved from speculative enthusiasm to structural inclusion. Australians now see digital assets not as a fad, but as part of a modern investment mix.”
The findings highlight how Australia’s investor base is maturing, blending traditional assets like property and equities with digital alternatives that offer liquidity, transparency, and global exposure.
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📖 What we’ve been reading
🇦🇺 Aussie Government Strikes Back - AU$1.9 B Crypto Heist Tied to North Korea”
The Australian Government has imposed sanctions on four North Korean-linked hacking groups including Lazarus Group, Kimsuky, Andariel, and Chosun Expo who are accused of stealing over AU$1.9 billion in cryptocurrency to fund weapons programs. The measures include asset freezes and travel bans, marking one of Australia’s strongest actions yet against state-sponsored cybercrime.
🍔 McRib’s Return Sparks Market Comparing Bitcoin and S&P Cycles”
A viral post comparing McDonald’s limited-time McRib comeback to the cyclical nature of Bitcoin and the S&P 500 drew laughs across finance Twitter this week. The tongue-in-cheek analysis charted market peaks against McRib releases, highlighting how both seem to appear at the top of hype cycles, reminding investors that timing can be as unpredictable as fast-food menus.
🚀 UNI Rockets 26%! New Fee-Switch Plan Ignites DeFi Excitement
The governance body behind the UNI token announced a proposal to activate its long-anticipated “fee-switch” feature, enabling protocol fees to flow back to token-holders. The announcement coincided with a 26% surge in UNI’s market value, reflecting renewed community engagement around the decentralised finance project’s roadmap.
*Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes and does not constitute financial product advice. You should obtain independent advice from an Australian financial services licensee before making any financial decisions.*
