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Futuristic illustration of major global blockchain conferences in 2026 connecting Asia, Europe and the United States in the Web3 ecosystem

Major Blockchain Conferences to Watch in 2026: The Global Web3 Calendar

January 4, 2026 Paulo

From Hong Kong to Paris and Tokyo, 2026 will be packed with flagship blockchain events shaping crypto, DeFi, NFTs and Web3 innovation worldwide.

Illustration showing Japan’s financial regulators shifting Bitcoin and Ethereum into a new financial product category

Will Bitcoin Drop Below $70,000 on December 19? Japan’s Rate Hike Pattern Raises Concerns

December 14, 2025 Paulo

Bitcoin has historically fallen 20–25% after Japan raises interest rates. With another 75 bps hike expected, could BTC drop below $70,000 on December 19?

Japan Moves to Reclassify Crypto as Financial Products and Proposes Flat 20% Tax

November 16, 2025 Paulo

Japan’s FSA plans to reclassify 105 cryptoassets, including BTC and ETH, as financial products and introduce a flat 20% capital gains tax, replacing the current progressive rate of up to 55%.

Digital concept showing Bitcoin-backed loans and falling stock charts representing Metaplanet’s leveraged BTC strategy

Major Bitcoin Holder Metaplanet Takes on $100M Loan to Buy More BTC Despite Deep Losses

November 6, 2025 Paulo

Metaplanet’s stock has dropped 78%, yet the firm is borrowing $100M against Bitcoin to buy more BTC — repeating a risky leverage strategy seen before.

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 Paulo

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 Paulo

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.

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

December 2, 2024 Paulo

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

Digital illustration showing multiple meme coins dropping sharply in value, with falling market candles, volatility effects, and a dark crypto market backdrop.

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

October 3, 2024 Paulo

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 Paulo

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

Cinematic illustration of a large-scale Bitcoin mining operation in the United States powered by advanced infrastructure

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

September 6, 2024 Paulo

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