Audit Practice Guidance No. 3 of 2026 – Considerations in Digital Asset Audits
11 November 2026
Audience
Accountants
Accounting entities
News Topic
Accounting standards and sector regulation
Category
Announcement
The guidance outlines key considerations for audit teams when planning and executing digital asset audits, including risks associated with blockchain technologies and evolving business models.
Digital assets present new and evolving considerations for auditors.
ACRA has released Audit Practice Guidance No. 3 of 2026 – Considerations in Digital Asset Audits [PDF, 1.7MB] (opens in new tab). The guidance outlines key considerations for audit teams when planning and executing audits involving digital assets.
Digital asset audits present distinct risks and complexities, from private-key ownership and smart contracts to evolving business models and volatile token prices. Auditors need the appropriate expertise to identify and assess risks associated with blockchain technologies and digital asset business models.
As digital asset ecosystems become increasingly sophisticated, a technology-informed, risk-focused and evidence-driven approach is important to maintaining audit quality.
Download Audit Practice Guidance No. 3 of 2026 [PDF, 1.7MB] (opens in new tab) to learn more about the considerations for conducting digital asset audits.
