 24/10/2022, BTC Markets has maintained its status as a vetted exchange by Digital Asset Research (DAR), for the second quarter in a row. We are currently the only Australian Crypto Exchange to be recognised for this. 


DAR evaluates over 450 exchanges globally to measure institutional investor standards for codebase construction and maintenance, community, security, liquidity, regulatory compliance, and price accuracy.  The standards we apply ensure that we have the correct asset price such as the current Bitcoin price accurate for institutional investor requirements.

Click through to read their 

 process.  

The list contains 22 vetted exchanges which meet these criteria and BTC Markets was included among global leaders within the crypto industry, displaying our commitment to creating 

"Strong risk management practices are even more critical in turbulent markets and our Exchange Vetting process helps firms identify safe venues as they invest in digital assets or build investment products,” said Doug Schwenk, DAR’s CEO.

BTC Markets recognised as Vetted Exchange 

At BTC Markets, partnering with our clients to protect and grow their asset base is our primary focus. By providing a state-of-the-art trading platform and adhering to Australian government regulations, it is no surprise that we have been recognised as the only Australian cryptocurrency company to be included in the “July 2022 List of Vetted Exchanges” from 

 (DAR), a leading provider of crypto asset data and analysis. DAR provides institutional grade, unbiased research, analysis, and insights on token projects, technologies, and other topics. Data can often be manipulated in the crypto space, and this results in inaccuracies in price quotations. DAR have developed a model that produces an authoritative price for digital assets (

 to read more about DAR’s rigorous vetting process).

DAR evaluates over 450 exchanges globally to measure institutional investor standards for: codebase construction and maintenance, community, security, liquidity, regulatory compliance, and price accuracy. The list identified 22 exchanges across the globe, which passed their stringent vetting process, with BTC Markets included amongst world leaders within the crypto industry. This reaffirms our commitment to deliver transparent and trustworthy trading of crypto assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP and Litecoin, to name a few. "Strong risk management practices are even more critical in turbulent markets and our exchange vetting process helps firms identify safe venues as they invest in digital assets or build investment products,” said Doug Schwenk, DAR’s CEO.

As Australia’s premium cryptocurrency exchange, our market leading technology ensures that our retail and institutional clients have access to real-time and accurate price quotes. Strengthened by our work to organically secure an 

 via our sister company, BTCM Payments, a first for any crypto exchange in Australia (

 to read more about our AFSL certification), plus our professional indemnity insurance, 

compliance, the DAR announcement further solidifies our commitment to be the only platform of choice for the Australian market.

Caroline Bowler, BTC Markets CEO said “We are constantly improving the performance and security of our trading platform to provide value to our clients whilst maintaining the integrity, safety, and security of our exchange. We avoid listings that could present a potential risk to our clients, and they must pass through a rigorous due diligence test to ensure the project has longevity and will not put our clients' funds or assets at risk. We are excited to be added to the list of vetted exchanges from Digital Asset Research (DAR) for July 2022.”

BTC Markets Becomes Australia's First and Only Vetted Crypto Exchange

BTC Markets have partnered with a number of the very best tax professionals out there, and have negotiated some amazing discounts for BTC Markets customers.

We are pleased to advised that CryptoTaxCalculator and Koinly have confirmed extension of their 30% discount to BTC Markets customers until 31st October 2022.

CoinLedger continues to offer their 30% discount until 31st December 2022, and Navexa and Vault Accounting continue to offer 10% discount to customers on an on-going basis.

 when you sign-up using the BTC Markets discount code before 31st October 2022.

CryptoTaxCalculator Discount Code: BTCM30

 tax report by using the BTC Markets discount code before 31st October 2022 (existing and new customers).*

*This offer cannot to be used in conjunction with any other Koinly offer, is one use per customer, and excludes Koinly CPA and B2B customers.

 by using the BTC Markets discount link when you start automating your crypto tax reporting with 

 quote by advising that you're a BTC Markets customer.

 when you sign-up using the BTC Markets discount code: BTCMKT30 before 31st December 2022.

If you need assistance on how to integrate with these tools, please see our 

CryptoTaxCalculator and Koinly Extend Tax Offer

Quick order buttons are now available in the latest version of the mobile app. Download it now from the 

If you love using the app, please don't forget to give us a 5* rating via the app stores.

- automatically populates the volume and price field (if applicable) using your total available balance and the price of the top ask (sell) order in the order book.

 - automatically populates the volume and price field (if applicable) using your total available balance and the price of the top bid (buy) order in the order book.

 - automatically populates the price field based on the price of the top ask (sell) order in the order book (not available for market orders, as price is already based on best market price).

- automatically populates the price field based on the price of the top bid (buy) order in the order book (not available for market orders, as the price is market price).

The quick order buttons are available via the Buy/Sell navigation tab. 

 Users must be logged into their account to access this feature.

Other updated included in this latest release:

Improved error logging and minor bug fixes

User watch list (favourite markets) retention

If you have any issues, feedback or suggestions for our mobile app, please let us know via our 

New Mobile App Feature: Quick Order Buttons

Dealing with crypto taxes can be complex at the best of times, that's why at BTC Markets we suggest that our customers engage a tax professional to help them with their reporting.

This year, we have partnered with a number of the very best tax professionals out there, and have negotiated some amazing discounts for BTC Markets customers.

 when you sign-up using the BTC Markets discount code before 31st July 2022.

NB: This offer has now been extended until 31st October 2022.

 tax report by using the BTC Markets discount code before 31st July 2022 (existing and new customers). 

The first 100 BTC Markets customers to pay for a Koinly report using the BTC Markets discount code get their report for FREE!*

*This offer cannot to be used in conjunction with any other Koinly offer, is one use per customer, and excludes Koinly CPA and B2B customers.



Tax Tool Partner Discounts

After nearly 18 months of hard work leading the regulatory charge and engaging the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) in robust and productive discussions, we are incredibly proud to announce that we have successfully applied for and received a full Australian Financial Services License (AFSL) via our sister company, BTCM Payments, making us the first crypto exchange in Australia to successfully navigate this process.

The AFSL is currently focused on non-cash payment products and general advice, however additional variations may be made to the license over time. This will enable BTC Markets to further bridge the crypto and traditional finance gap and offer new and innovative products to our customers.

BTC Markets CEO Caroline Bowler said: “We are incredibly pleased and proud to be the first crypto exchange in Australia to go through a full AFSL application process via our sister company, BTCM Payments. This follows nearly 18 months of engagement with ASIC.

“Our preference has always been to own our own AFSL rather than buying an existing one from a license holder. We’re now the masters of our own destiny – we have a clean slate and full control over the AFSL. It also readies our organisation for impending Australian regulation which we will welcome in due course. Our AFSL will sit alongside our ISO certification and work for SOC 2 compliance.”

This follows a number of strategic announcements in the last twelve months including a trading arrangement with online broker SelfWealth in February this year; and most recently a deal with Mastercard in March.

We have also successfully obtained professional indemnity insurance, which to date has proved challenging for businesses operating in the cryptocurrency market in Australia.

“We have really seen over the past twelve months the cryptocurrency landscape in Australia grow and evolve and we are now, more than ever, committed to ensuring that we stay at the forefront of the industry.”

“From BTC Markets’ point of view, it’s about understanding the needs of our Australian consumers seeking to access crypto safely and securely,” Ms Bowler added.

“From an industry perspective, we’re seeking to demonstrate how crypto can sit alongside traditional finance to seamlessly work together in a financially inclusive future”.

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BTC Markets recognised as Vetted Exchange

BTC Markets Becomes Australia's First and Only Vetted Crypto Exchange

CryptoTaxCalculator and Koinly Extend Tax Offer

New Mobile App Feature: Quick Order Buttons

Tax Tool Partner Discounts

Sister Company, BTCM Payments, Granted AFSL