Japan Will Adopt New Stablecoin Regulations by June
The Japanese authorities plan to adopt new regulations to allow non-Japanese-issued stablecoins to be listed on local crypto exchanges by June 2023.
US Crypto Trading Platform Kraken Announces it is Leaving the Japanese Market
Crypto exchange Kraken has announced the suspension of its activities in Japan from January 31, 2023 and deregistration with the FSA, the country’s financial regulator.
Japan’s Payment System JCB is Developing Infrastructure for CBDC
Japan is exploring options for creating a national digital currency.
Japan to Simplify Token Listing Process on Trading Platforms
The Cabinet of Ministers of Japan has approved a reduction in requirements for issuers of tokens that are placed on exchanges.
FTX Opens a New Office in Japan
Crypto derivatives exchange FTX has announced the launch of FTX Japan, a customer service division in Japan.
A Japanese Holding to Launch a Crypto Storage Division
Japanese financial giant Sumitomo Mitsui Trust plans to create a subsidiary that will provide custody services for digital currencies.
SBI Holdings Reportedly Purchases Crypto Exchange BITPoint
SBI Holdings has reportedly purchased a controlling stake in regulated cryptocurrency exchange BITPoint.
