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This product enabled users to access extended trading limits, with repayments allowed in digital assets like <a href=\"https:\/\/cryptoslate.com\/coins\/bitcoin\/\">Bitcoin<\/a> or traditional fiat currencies.<\/p>\n<p>However, the court determined that the offering constituted a credit facility, which required a target market determination (TMD) under Australia's design and distribution obligations (DDO). Bit Trade failed to meet this requirement, leading to significant compliance violations.<\/p>\n<p>The court revealed that Bit Trade collected more than $7 million in fees and interest from its customers. Despite these earnings, trading losses exceeded $5 million, with one investor reportedly losing over $4 million.<\/p>\n<p>Justice Nicholas, who presided over the case, stated that the company prioritized revenue over regulatory adherence. He noted that compliance measures were only addressed after <a href=\"https:\/\/cryptoslate.com\/kraken-hit-with-dual-legal-regulatory-setbacks-in-us-and-australia\/\">ASIC's intervention.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>As a result, Justice Nicholas ordered Bit Trade to pay an AUD 8 million penalty (approximately $5 million) and cover ASIC's legal costs.<\/p>\n<p>ASIC Chair Joe Longo emphasized that target market determinations are essential for safeguarding consumers and ensuring financial products are marketed responsibly. 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