Bank of Japan

Bank of Japan begins second phase of CBDC testing
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1 April, 2022

Bank of Japan begins second phase of CBDC testing

The BOJ completed the first phase, which started in April last year, in which it focused on the basic functions...
Japan’s digital yen to prioritize simplicity and interoperability
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21 October, 2021

Japan’s digital yen to prioritize simplicity and interoperability

Japan’s central bank will uphold simplicity in its design of a CBDC, with a senior official saying this is key...
Digital yuan ‘no threat to US dollar, Bank of Japan official says
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23 April, 2021

Digital yuan ‘no threat to US dollar, Bank of Japan official says

A senior executive at the Bank of Japan has said China’s forthcoming digital currency does not pose a threat to...
Japan central bank kicks off digital yen feasibility study
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7 April, 2021

Japan central bank kicks off digital yen feasibility study

The central bank of Japan has started the first phase of a feasibility study with a goal of testing the...
Bank of Japan forms new committee to coordinate CBDC efforts
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31 March, 2021

Bank of Japan forms new committee to coordinate CBDC efforts

The Liaison and Coordination Committee will focus on facilitating smooth implementation of the proof of concept for the central bank...
Japan eyes central bank digital currency experiments in 2021
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20 March, 2021

Japan eyes central bank digital currency experiments in 2021

Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda stressed the need for Japan to prepare thoroughly for a time in which it...