Brighton Peak Bitcoin Exchange Goes Live in Australia
Melbourne-based Brighton Peak has launched its Bitcoin exchange in Australia as the mainstream appeal of the cryptocurrency gains steam. With this, Brighton Peak will join Independent Reserve and btcmarkets on the list of Bitcoin exchanges in Australia. Managing Director of Brighton Peak, Suryanata Wongtomo, commented: "Australia has a vibrant digital currency community, and we feel it's the perfect market in which to launch a user-oriented exchange." A member of The Australian Digital Currency Commerce Association (ADCCA), Brighton Peak has been offering professional Bitcoin consulting....
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