Japan - Crypto News And Market Updates

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Japan Greenlights Foreign Trust-Backed Stablecoins: The Implications Starting June 1

May 19, 2026 Paulo Mendes

Japan’s FSA clears the way for foreign trust-backed stablecoins like USDT and USDC to circulate from June 1. The reinterpretation marks a strategic turn from regulation to active competition for stablecoin liquidity.

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Weekly Economic Calendar January 19–23, 2026

January 19, 2026 Gonzalo

Key macroeconomic events for January 19–23, 2026 that may impact Bitcoin, stocks, and global markets.

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

January 4, 2026 Gonzalo

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

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

December 14, 2025 Gonzalo

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 Gonzalo

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%.

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

November 6, 2025 Gonzalo

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.

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

December 26, 2024 Gonzalo

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

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

December 11, 2024 Gonzalo

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 Gonzalo

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

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

October 3, 2024 Gonzalo

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