Tag: Japan
Japan Moves to Classify Crypto as Financial Instruments
Japan’s Cabinet approved a bill classifying crypto as financial instruments under securities law. Punishment for unregistered sellers increases from 3 to 10 years prison, fines…
Japan Launches First Credit Card Points-to-Stablecoin Service
JPYC launches Japan’s first credit card points‑to‑stablecoin swap starting June 1, 2026. The service initially supports Diners Club and TRUST CLUB credit card holders. The…
Japan Pushes Bold AI-Blockchain Plan to Transform Finance
Japan’s ruling LDP approved an “AI + on‑chain finance” plan to reshape the country’s financial system. The policy backs yen‑denominated stablecoins and tokenized bank deposits…
Japan’s LDP Pushes Next-Gen Finance Amid Stablecoin Pressure
Takuya Hirai warns on-chain finance lag threatens Japan’s economic security. LDP discussed stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and RWA tokenization. AI and blockchain unify transactions, settlements, and…
Japan Set to Launch Blockchain Government Bonds With 24/7 Access
Japan will issue blockchain-based sovereign bonds with 24/7 market access. Smart contracts automate bond payments and improve settlement efficiency. Tokenized bonds aim to boost liquidity…
Ripple and SBI to Launch RLUSD Stablecoin in Japan by Early 2026
Ripple has just expanded its RLUSD stablecoin into Japan with SBI Holdings. Can its next-year launch tap Asia’s growing stablecoin market? Ripple is expanding its…
LibWork Embraces Bitcoin to Protect Finances and Drive Growth
Japanese 3D-printed housing company LibWork has announced plans to add Bitcoin to its corporate treasury. The move is a major step into digital finance, and…
Bakkt Snaps Up Stake in Japanese Firm, Renames It Bitcoin.jp
Bakkt acquires 30% of Japan’s MarushoHotta, eyes rebrand to Bitcoin.jp and a crypto treasury pivot to tackle financial pressure. Bakkt is jumping fully into…
Japan’s Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 11,111 BTC
Metaplanet acquires 1,111 BTC, reaching 11,111 BTC total. Purchase worth $108M, funded via stock acquisition rights. Firm targets 210,000 BTC by 2027, 1% of Bitcoin’s…
