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Australia adds over 400 crypto ATMs in 2025

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Almost one third of the population owns digital assets in Australia, so it’s hardly surprising that the country has installed over 400 new Bitcoin (BTC) ATMs in 2025. This brings the number of BTC ATM installations from 1,385 on January 1, 2025 to 1,821 as of June 3 as per data from CoinATMradar. The statistics solidify Australia’s position as the third-largest crypto ATM market in the world, behind only the United States and Canada. BTC ATM installations growth in Australia. Source: CoinATMRadar.com Crypto ATM regulations in Australia There’s been a lot of drama surrounding cryptocurrency ATMs in Australia, as  scams using the machines have resulted in losses amounting to AU$3.1 million (~US$2 million) over a 12-month period. Today, the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) introduced new rules to prevent crypto ATM misuse, including a new AU$5,000 (~US$3,250) limit on cash transactions.  While the limits apply directly...