Aussie Bitcoin exchange owner accuses banks of discrimination

Aussie Bitcoin exchange owner accuses banks of discrimination

An Australian Bitcoin exchange operator has taken legal action against two commercial banks in the country, accusing them of discriminatory practices. Allan Flynn, a Bitcoin trader in Australia has filed a complaint against two commercial banks in the country — ANZ and Westpac — accusing both of systematic discrimination. According to a report by the Australian Financial Review, Flynn is seeking compensation to the tune of 250,000 Australian dollars (about $192,000).According to Flynn, he has been the victim of discriminatory practices with banks allegedly continuing to shut down his....


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