In a major development, Japan’s crypto registry has a new addition for the first time since 2022, with Laser Digital Japan clearing the regulatory bar needed to operate as a licensed exchange in the country. The firm, a subsidiary of…
In a major development, four Japanese government bodies have jointly flagged crypto assets as a high-risk payment method in real estate transactions, warning the property industry that the technology’s cross-border transfer capabilities make it particularly susceptible to money laundering. The…
Key Takeaways Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is exploring regulatory amendments that would permit cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds, with 2028 emerging as a potential launch window, as per local media reports. The FSA is considering adding digital assets to its list…
Forex trading in Japan is a vibrant market, underpinned by a strong economy, advanced financial infrastructure, and strict oversight by the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA). With a daily trading volume exceeding $432.5 billion, Japan is a global leader in…
Key Takeaways Japan’s regulatory body Financial Services Agency (FSA) has proposed moving cryptocurrencies under the country’s Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA), a framework traditionally used to regulate securities. The idea was outlined on September 2 during a Financial System…
Key Takeaways Japan might welcome yen-backed stablecoins soon. Speculation is rife after reports suggest that the country’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is gearing up to approve the issuance of yen-denominated stablecoins. As per local media reports, fintech giant JPYC is…
Key Takeaways Circle is all set to launch its stablecoin USDC in Japan on March 26. The move follows regulatory approval for USDC from Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA), making it the first global dollar-backed stablecoin authorized for use under…
After acquiring FTX Japan, BitfFlyer Holdings intends to provide possible ETFs based on cryptocurrencies.
Gate[.]io, a crypto exchange, has started to stop serving Japanese consumers, claiming "compliance requests" from the nation's financial authority.
Key Takeaways DMM Bitcoin, a leading Japanese cryptocurrency exchange, announced its plan to compensate customers for a recent loss of bitcoin. The company will raise 55 billion yen ($320 million) to replenish funds stolen in an unauthorized outflow detected on…
