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Nearly 80% of Japanese institutions eye digital asset investments
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27 April, 2026

Nearly 80% of Japanese institutions eye digital asset investments

Japan's Nomura survey reveals rising institutional interest in digital assets, driven by improved sentiment and regulatory developments.
Japan reclassifies digital assets as financial instruments
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17 April, 2026

Japan reclassifies digital assets as financial instruments

Japan approves FIEA rules classifying digital assets as financial instruments, shifting oversight from PSA, and banning insider trading on non-public...
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.
Japan plans 2026 crackdown on crypto insider deals
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17 October, 2025

Japan plans 2026 crackdown on crypto insider deals

Japan's finance watchdog plans to ban insider trading of digital assets, with fines based on illicit gains, expanding oversight to...
Japan plans tax changes to boost digital asset investment
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29 August, 2025

Japan plans tax changes to boost digital asset investment

Japan will introduce a flat 20% tax rate for capital gains such as investments, while also seeking to classify digital...
Japan’s bold move: Reclassification for safer digital economy
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3 June, 2025

Japan’s bold move: Reclassification for safer digital economy

Japan's digital asset reclassification aims to boost investor protection and promote transparency in an era where speculation and illegal acts...