Australia Imposes Stricter Regulations on Crypto ATMs Amid Rising Scam Reports
Australia's financial intelligence agency AUSTRAC has introduced new rules for cryptocurrency ATMs, capping deposits and withdrawals at AUD 5,000. The move follows an investigation revealing that seniors account for 72% of transaction volumes, with many falling victim to scams.
Warning signs and enhanced monitoring are now mandatory for operators. AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas highlighted the disproportionate risk faced by older Australians, echoing global trends of crypto fraud targeting retirees.