Australian Super Rest Retirement Fund To Invest In Cryptocurrencies

Australia remains outstanding with its increased swing and adoption of cryptocurrencies by the populace. Despite its volatility, the popularity of digital assets has triggered more investment moves towards this financial asset. Joining in the train of crypto investment within the country is the Retail Employees Superannuation Trust (Rest Super). By its indication to invest superannuation fund in cryptocurrency, the Australia Rest Super will be the first of its type to do so. Before now, the entire retirement fund sector has been careful with cryptocurrency. Related Reading | SEC Takes Blow In Action Against Ripple, Will It Impact XRP Price? With about 1.8M members, Rest Super fund’s assets under management (AUM) are worth $46.8 billion. However, superannuation is mandatory for all Australian employees. It has an equivalence of a U.S. Individual Retirement Account or 401k. Speaking on Tuesday during the annual general meeting of Super Rest Fund, Andrew Lill, the company’s Chief Investment Officer (CIO), acknowledged the volatility of such crypto investments. However, he said that their allocation to the investment is a part of diversifying their portfolio. The CIO mentioned that the company considers cryptocurrencies an important investment aspect and will exercise caution in its move. However, he stated that his opinion is that the investment introduces members to digital assets and blockchain technology. Henc...