From pilots to market infrastructure: tokenisation is becoming real Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Australia FIX Conference 2026 at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney today. Our Chief Commercial Officer, Paul Stonham, moderated “From Pilots to Market Infrastructure: Tokenisation Becomes Real” to a full room. The discussion was lively and well received, with the panel digging into how tokenisation is reshaping settlement and collateral management across fixed income, equities and stablecoins, and what it will take to move from proofs of concept to production at institutional scale. A big thank you to our panellists for their insights and candour: • Stu Burns, CEO & Founder, Imperium Markets • Delia Burrage, Founder, COO & General Counsel, Macropod Global • Adam Reynolds, Founder, Nexfolio • Dave Rogers, CEO Asia-Pacific, B2C2 And thanks to the FIX Trading Community for bringing the industry together for such a timely conversation. The message from the room was clear: tokenisation is no longer a question of if, but how, and the work on custody, liquidity, interoperability and regulation is well underway.

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BTC Markets is now a Principal member of the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association (SIAA).  SIAA is the professional body for Australia's stockbroking and investment advice industry, with a long history of advocacy, education and professional standards.  For us, membership is about three things:  1. Education: giving our team access to SIAA's professional development program  2. Contribution: bringing our experience to industry committees as digital assets move into mainstream financial services  3. Accountability: holding ourselves to the same standards as the broader market  Thank you to SIAA for the warm welcome. Read more from our CCO Paul Stonham: go.btcmarkets.net/4ixslw1

What are AUD-denominated stablecoins, and where are they being used? From digital asset markets to payments and tokenised asset research, AUD stablecoins allow participants to hold and move Australian dollar value on-chain. One example is AUDM, an Australian dollar stablecoin issued by Macropod Global. Our latest blog explores how AUD-denominated stablecoins work, where they are being used, and the risks to understand before holding one: go.btcmarkets.net/4smB7AA

Two Bitcoin wallets remained untouched for 13 years before suddenly becoming active within seconds of each other last Saturday. The addresses, dating back to 2013, moved a combined 416.69 BTC worth approximately US$34 million (A$48.96 million) in the same block. Both wallets had remained dormant through three Bitcoin halvings, the launch of spot ETFs and multiple market cycles. Similar transaction patterns suggest the wallets may belong to the same owner, raising questions about the identity of Bitcoin's earliest holders and why they are moving their holdings after more than a decade. We explore the story in this week's VIP Desk: go.btcmarkets.net/4idoMd7 Subscribe to our newsletter: go.btcmarkets.net/4k6P4Ag

BTC Markets VIP Desk Update as of 19th October 2026: • Oil prices surged as WTI crude topped US$100 (A$144), gaining more than 10% amid escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. • US inflation reached 3.7%, reinforcing expectations of another Fed rate hike in December. • Technology stocks suffered a sharp sell-off, pushing the Nasdaq down 4.5% for its worst week since June. • Bitcoin fell 2.9% for the week, compared with a 4.7% decline across the broader crypto market. Bitcoin dominance climbed to approximately 60.7%. • US spot Ether ETFs recorded approximately US$320 million (A$460.80 million) in weekly net outflows, compared with US$228.4 million (A$328.90 million) for Bitcoin funds. • Story of the week: Two Bitcoin wallets dormant since 2013 moved a combined 416.69 BTC, worth approximately US$34 million (A$48.96 million), within seconds of each other. Read more: go.btcmarkets.net/3WxOlOK Subscribe to our newsletter: go.btcmarkets.net/3WxOlOK

BTC Markets is proud to be named a finalist in three categories at the 2026 Australian Digital Economy Awards, The DIGIs! • Digital Currency Exchange of the Year • The Blockies Award for Blockchain & Digital Asset Excellence • Emerging Leader of the Year (Under 35) - Anastasia Varlamova, People and Culture Manager We’re delighted to see our team and its contributions to Australia’s digital asset industry recognised, and we look forward to celebrating alongside this year’s finalists in Sydney on 27 November!

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What does Australia’s tokenisation timeline mean for institutions? The Reserve Bank's consultation on settlement infrastructure and the government's Financial Innovation Strategy have introduced new considerations for institutional investors and digital asset market participants. In his latest CCO Update, BTC Markets Chief Commercial Officer Paul Stonham discusses what these developments mean for counterparty due diligence, settlement risk and the April 2027 licensing deadline. Read the full article: go.btcmarkets.net/4i2Sstz

Beyond the week’s market movements, institutional interest in digital assets remains in focus. Businesses have reportedly accumulated approximately 193,000 BTC in 2026, while developments in tokenised bonds highlight the growing use of blockchain technology across traditional financial markets. From corporate balance sheets to financial market infrastructure, institutional adoption remains a key theme to watch. Read more in our latest Weekly Crypto Close: go.btcmarkets.net/4hXqX4u Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: go.btcmarkets.net/4jjNivu

Weekly market update: Institutional flows took centre stage as crypto ETFs recorded approximately US$1.25 billion (A$1.79 billion) in weekly outflows, their largest withdrawals since June. Bitcoin declined 3.19% to US$88,773 (A$126,946), while total crypto market capitalisation fell 3.74% to US$2.8 trillion (A$4 trillion). Major altcoins saw steeper declines, with SOL down 8.43%, LTC falling 8.56% and XRP retreating 7.25%. Read our full update: go.btcmarkets.net/4yjQz1I Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: go.btcmarkets.net/4zpYAD5

The Australia FIX Conference 2026 will take place on 22 October at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, where industry leaders will discuss the latest developments in financial markets and trading infrastructure.   BTC Markets Chief Commercial Officer Paul Stonham will moderate the panel “From Pilots to Market Infrastructure: Tokenisation Becomes Real.” The discussion will cover the progress of tokenisation in financial markets, its potential for institutional adoption and key considerations around custody, liquidity, interoperability, digital identity and regulation.   Learn more: go.btcmarkets.net/4rRw7U1

“The defining shift in 2026 is that crypto stopped being a retail story.” BTC Markets Head of Risk and Compliance Nicolas Gilardi highlights the growing role of digital assets beyond trading in Chainalysis’ latest report. Australia recorded US$40 billion in institutional-platform inflows during the reporting period, with activity spanning market makers, OTC desks, custody and collateral providers. Read the full report: go.btcmarkets.net/4yA8thr

Bitcoin’s familiar three-letter ticker has an unexpected connection to Bhutan. Under ISO 4217, the standard behind currency codes such as AUD and USD, “BT” belongs to the Himalayan kingdom. It is also one of the few countries to have mined Bitcoin, using its abundant hydropower resources. So how did BTC become Bitcoin’s universally recognised ticker, and why does XBT still appear in parts of traditional finance? We unpack the story in this week’s VIP Desk. Read more: go.btcmarkets.net/4y8DLer Subscribe to our newsletter: go.btcmarkets.net/3UefXYx

BTC Markets VIP Desk Update as of 5th October 2026: • Bitcoin stayed rangebound as US bond yields climbed to levels not seen in more than two decades. • A weaker US jobs report pulled expectations for an October Fed rate hike sharply lower. • The SEC proposed a new crypto custody framework for advisers and regulated funds, while clearing listing rules for six leveraged products. • The Fear & Greed Index remained in “Greed” at 70, while Bitcoin dominance held near 57.9%. • The next two weeks bring Fed minutes, key Treasury auctions and US CPI as markets continue to assess the rates outlook. • Story of the week: Bitcoin’s familiar BTC ticker shares its first two letters with Bhutan, one of the few countries to have mined Bitcoin using surplus hydropower. Read more: go.btcmarkets.net/4dmukAw Subscribe to our newsletter: go.btcmarkets.net/4xZyTIk #BTCMarkets #Bitcoin #BTC #Crypto #Finance

ICYMI: Ripple USD (RLUSD) is now available to trade on BTC Markets. RLUSD is Ripple’s U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, supported one-to-one by reserves including cash deposits, short-term U.S. Treasuries and other cash equivalents. Learn more about RLUSD: go.btcmarkets.net/4dMx6iy Start trading: go.btcmarkets.net/4yubCzt

Institutional adoption is accelerating across the region. The region’s two largest crypto economies, Singapore and Australia, saw their institutional activity expand, with Singapore recording the biggest increase as institutional-platform activity rose 94%. BTC Markets Head of Risk and Compliance Nicolas Gilardi told Chainalysis: “The defining shift in 2026 is that crypto stopped being a retail story. 2025 was about who was buying. 2026 is about what the asset is being used for — as collateral, as settlement, as a tokenised instrument.” Read the full Chainalysis report: go.btcmarkets.net/47sTdHf

Institutional adoption is accelerating across the region. The region’s two largest crypto economies, Singapore and Australia, saw their institutional activity expand, with Singapore recording the biggest increase as institutional-platform activity rose 94%. BTC Markets Head of Risk and Compliance Nicolas Gilardi told Chainalysis: “The defining shift in 2026 is that crypto stopped being a retail story. 2025 was about who was buying. 2026 is about what the asset is being used for — as collateral, as settlement, as a tokenised instrument.” Read the full Chainalysis report: chainalysis.com/blog/central…

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A new stablecoin trading pair has landed on BTC Markets. RLUSD is Ripple’s U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, supported one-to-one by reserves including cash deposits, short-term U.S. Treasuries and other cash equivalents. Learn more about RLUSD: go.btcmarkets.net/4xS3GXo Start trading: go.btcmarkets.net/3TC6GJo