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Graduate of History from The University Sussex and a Masters in Journalism from The University of Groningen, James Field has written for publication in the United Kingdom and Netherlands across a range of topics including arts, culture, environmental and legal sector issues. He served as Deputy Editor for a leading Legal publication and currently researches and writes on the digital asset space, with a focus on legal changes impacting the industry.

Article by James Field

Japan’s regulator to probe Sanae Token memecoin named after PM
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12 March, 2026

Japan’s regulator to probe Sanae Token memecoin named after PM

Japan's FSA may investigate the Sanae Token memecoin for regulatory violations, following Prime Minister Takaichi's statement distancing herself from it.
Stablecoin payment volume rises to $390 billion: report
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11 March, 2026

Stablecoin payment volume rises to $390 billion: report

Stablecoin payments soared to $390 billion in 2025, driven by Asia, with key trends showing growth in B2B payments.
Bank of Canada completes DLT bond issuance experiment
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10 March, 2026

Bank of Canada completes DLT bond issuance experiment

Canada's central bank pilots tokenized bond issuance, enhancing capital market efficiency while addressing DLT's challenges and regulatory gaps.
Hong Kong, Shanghai to put cargo data on blockchain
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10 March, 2026

Hong Kong, Shanghai to put cargo data on blockchain

Hong Kong and Shanghai sign an MoU to develop blockchain solutions for digitized cargo trade and finance, enhancing cross-border cooperation.
FATF warns stablecoin P2P transfer risks, urges global rules
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9 March, 2026

FATF warns stablecoin P2P transfer risks, urges global rules

The Financial Action Task Force warns stablecoins and unhosted wallets could enable illicit finance via P2P transfers without regulated intermediaries.
ECB flags stablecoin threat to banks, monetary policy
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9 March, 2026

ECB flags stablecoin threat to banks, monetary policy

A European Central Bank paper warns stablecoins in the eurozone may cut bank deposits, curb credit and weaken EU monetary...

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