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Japanese Financial Services Agency headquarters with a focus on crypto regulation discussions

Japan’s FSA Pushes for Stronger Internal Audits in Crypto Exchanges

December 26, 2024 Dan K

Japan’s FSA urges enhanced internal audits for crypto exchanges in its 2024 guidelines, aiming for better financial oversight and cyber risk mitigation.

Coincheck executives celebrating the company’s Nasdaq listing, symbolizing US-Japan crypto collaboration.

Japanese Crypto Exchange Coincheck Makes Nasdaq Debut After $1.3B Merger

December 11, 2024 Dan K

Coincheck debuts on Nasdaq after a $1.3B merger with Thunder Bridge Capital, marking a significant milestone in crypto collaboration between Japan and the US.

Saudi Arabian officials and tech leaders announce a $14.9B AI investment at a technology conference in Riyadh.

Japan’s Metaplanet to Reward Shareholders with Bitcoin for Holding Stock

December 2, 2024 Dan K

Metaplanet partners with SBI VC Trade to reward shareholders with Bitcoin through a lottery system, aiming to enhance value and boost crypto adoption globally.

Upbit crypto exchange announces VIRTUAL token listing, causing a 20% price surge.

Japan’s Metaplanet Profits 23.9 BTC from Selling 223 Bitcoin Put Options

October 3, 2024 Dan K

Japan’s Metaplanet earns 23.9 Bitcoin from selling put options, boosting its reserves and supporting its long-term financial strategy in cryptocurrency.

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) headquarters, reviewing crypto regulations in 2024

Japan’s FSA Eyes Crypto Tax Cuts in Upcoming Regulatory Review

September 30, 2024 Dan K

Japan’s FSA is reviewing crypto regulations, potentially lowering taxes on gains and reclassifying cryptocurrencies as financial instruments.

Three Japanese banks test cross-border stablecoin transfers using SWIFT API as part of Project Pax.

Japanese Banks to Test Cross-Border Stablecoin Transfers via SWIFT

September 7, 2024 Dan K

Japan’s top banks MUFG, Mizuho, and SMBC begin testing cross-border stablecoin transfers using SWIFT’s API, a first step in revolutionizing remittances.

Image of Japan’s three megabanks: MUFG, SMBC, and Mizuho launching Project Pax for cross-border stablecoin transfers

Japan’s Three Megabanks to Pilot Cross-Border Stablecoin Transfers for Faster Settlements

September 6, 2024 Dan K

Japan’s three megabanks—MUFG, SMBC, and Mizuho—launch a stablecoin pilot project to enhance cross-border payments with blockchain and SWIFT integration.

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivering a video address at WebX 2024, emphasizing the importance of Web3 and blockchain technology.

Japan PM Fumio Kishida Highlights Web3, Blockchain as Solutions to Societal Challenges

August 28, 2024 Dan K

Japan’s PM Fumio Kishida emphasizes Web3 and blockchain as key to solving societal challenges, aligning with his “New Capitalism” strategy for economic growth.