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10 Countries Actively Regulating Cryptocurrency Despite Global Crisis
6.4.2020
Despite the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting financial crisis, at least 10 countries have made announcements regarding cryptocurrency regulation since our last regulatory roundup. They include Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, China, Spain, Germany, India, the Philippines, the U.S., and South...
Revised Crypto Laws in Japan to be Enforced Starting May 1
6.4.2020
In May, the Payment Services Act and the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act — legislation governing crypto in Japan — will be enforced
Cryptocurrency News From Japan: March 29 - April 4 in Review
5.4.2020
This week’s news from Japan included Nomura Research unveiling Japan’s first blockchain-based bond, the FSA receiving regulatory comments from the public, and more
Malaysia Becomes the Next Country to Approve Cryptocurrency Exchange Amid Covid-19 Crisis
4.4.2020
Malaysia’s Securities Commission has given full approval to a cryptocurrency exchange operator to legally operate in the country despite the nationwide lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Recently, Japan also approved a new cryptocurrency exchange as the country continues to fight...
Strict Japanese Crypto Laws Discourage Foreign Exchanges … For Now
1.4.2020
Stringent rules for crypto in Japan will benefit new players in the end according to a new report
Tokyo District Court Extends Mt. Gox Rehabilitation Plan Deadline
31.3.2020
The deadline for the plan to honor rehabilitation claims by now-defunct crypto exchange Mt. Gox was pushed to July 1
23 Approved Cryptocurrency Exchanges in Japan — Number Rises Amid Pandemic
31.3.2020
Despite the global coronavirus pandemic, Japan continues to approve more cryptocurrency exchanges to legally operate in the country. The latest one was approved on Monday, bringing the total number of legal crypto exchanges in Japan to 23. Also read: 2x Bitcoin — Wanna Double Your BTC to...
Bitcoin Follows Stock Markets Higher; How Long Will They Move in Lockstep?
30.3.2020
Crypto prices climbed with traditional market indexes Monday as traders wondered if bitcoin will remain a follower or break out and blaze its own path
China’s Oldest Exchange OKCoin Readies for Move Into Japan
30.3.2020
OKCoin, one of the oldest exchanges in China, has secured crypto licensing in Japan
ConsenSys Partnering with Hitachi for PegaSys Plus Sales in Japan
30.3.2020
Starting on April 1, blockchain developer ConsenSys will allow Tokyo-based Hitachi Solutions to sell Ethereum-based PegaSys Plus in Japan
Cryptocurrency News From Japan: March 22-28 in Review
28.3.2020
This week’s news from Japan included blockchain-based steel pipe tracking, added exchange features and more
Japanese Investors Rushed To Buy The Dip After Bitcoin Bloodbath
26.3.2020
According to Japanese crypto exchange bitbank, interest in Bitcoin spiked following the recent price bloodbath
Mt. Gox Trustee Reveals Draft Rehabilitation Plan
25.3.2020
While claims denominated in fiat currency, BTC, or BCH will be processed as requested, other crypto assets will be liquidated for cash
US Stimulus Plan Is Steadying Global Markets While Crypto Takes a Dip
25.3.2020
The $2 trillion stimulus deal in the U.S. wasn’t enough to keep many cryptocurrencies from taking a dip Wednesday
Mt. Gox Casts a Dark Shadow of Crypto’s Collapse — A Long Fight for Justice
25.3.2020
“There's no longer one dominant exchange handling the bulk of all trading”: Kim Nilsson hopes there won’t be another Mt. Gox shock to crypto
Tokyo-Based Association Announces New Guidelines for Blockchain Gaming
25.3.2020
Having blockchain gaming companies develop products in compliance with Japanese gambling laws is part of the association’s goals
Mt. Gox Creditors to Meet Tomorrow As Reimbursement Process Inches Forward
24.3.2020
With creditors and investors still awaiting reimbursement, Mt. Gox creditors are due to meet for the fourth time tomorrow
Japan’s Favorite Tipple Sake to Get Blockchain Makeover + More News
23.3.2020
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EY Japan, one of the country’s “big four” accountancy firms, says it will debut a blockchain-powered traceability...
Cryptocurrency News From Japan: March 15-21 in Review
22.3.2020
This week’s news from Japan includes institutions joining a blockchain startup, Toyota building a blockchain ID platform, and more
EY Japan to Fight Counterfeit Sake With Blockchain
21.3.2020
EY Japan is launching a blockchain platform to limit the impact of counterfeit sake on the country’s export industry