Japan

Japan becomes more cashless, but central bank undecided on CBDC
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11 June, 2025

Japan becomes more cashless, but central bank undecided on CBDC

Following rigorous research, the Bank of Japan concluded that it's not time to launch a CBDC for now but assured...
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...
Japan’s new AI laws promote R&D, safeguarding the public
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2 June, 2025

Japan’s new AI laws promote R&D, safeguarding the public

The passing of new AI laws is Japan's attempt to become at the forefront of AI innovation as global rivalry...
When the East buckled, blockchain whispered
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19 May, 2025

When the East buckled, blockchain whispered

Enterprise blockchain isn't here to save the system. It's here to show us where it's broken—and build what comes next.
Japan bids for ‘most AI-friendly country’ title under new bill
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5 May, 2025

Japan bids for ‘most AI-friendly country’ title under new bill

The lower house of parliament passed the bill, and it’s expected to sail through the upper house, majority-controlled by the...
VASPs top Q1 funding in SEA amid dip in startup investment
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18 April, 2025

VASPs top Q1 funding in SEA amid dip in startup investment

Elsewhere, digital salary payments continue to struggle in Japan, accounting for a mere 3% despite the gov’t making it one...
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