Australian-owned crypto exchange since 2017

Digital Surge is Australian-owned and operated: its ownership, staff and day-to-day operations all sit onshore, run by a local team rather than a foreign platform serving the country from a distance. That local ownership underpins how the company is structured, staffed and held accountable. It's the trust foundation the rest of this page builds on.

Yes. Digital Surge is registered with AUSTRAC, Australia's anti-money-laundering and financial-crimes agency, under registration number 100576214, and operates in line with its AML/CTF obligations under Australian law. You can confirm this on AUSTRAC's Virtual Asset Service Provider Register by searching our company name or ACN. AUSTRAC registration is a legal requirement for crypto exchanges operating in Australia and a baseline trust signal when you choose where to trade.

What makes an exchange "legit" is a track record you can check. Digital Surge has run continuously since launch, growing through multiple market cycles and serving tens of thousands of customers rather than appearing overnight. The registration and company-status details sit in the sections above; for the specific measures that protect your account and funds, see how Digital Surge secures your crypto.

Choosing an Australian-owned exchange means you transact in Australian dollars, deal with a company accountable under Australian law, and use a service structured to align with local tax rules. Your crypto activity and its record-keeping stay onshore. It also means help from a locally based team, plus support for company and business accounts and SMSF crypto accounts if you run a company or fund. New here? See how buying and selling works and our transparent fee schedule.