Tokyo police arrest 2 accused of buying stolen NEM coins
The arrested men are accused of purchasing stolen NEM on the dark web, violating laws that were set up to tackle organized crime online.
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Coinbase joins JVCEA as part of Japan license bid
Coinbase has joined Japan’s self-regulating crypto body JVCEA as it seeks to secure an operating license in the Asian country. The process has now lasted 2 years.
Mt. Gox update: Investor increases buyout offer to creditors
Fortress Investment Group has approached creditors with an offer valued at $1,300 per Bitcoin, according to reports.
OneCoin scam still alive and promoting in Japan
Despite a global crackdown on the OneCoin scam, the company is still alive and luring investors. It’s scheduled to hold a conference in Japan on Feb 22.
A digital yen could be coming to Japan sooner than expected
A plan to introduce a state-backed digital currency in Japan could come as early as this summer.
This week in tech: Blockchain makes foray into fighting the Coronavirus
The Coronavirus continues to destroy and blockchain could help China in its response, enabling transparency in distribution of funds and better data management.
Japan eyes publishing digital currency proposals
Lawmakers in Japan are set to publish proposals this week which could pave the way for digital currency use in the country.
Daiko Holdings acquires major stake in Bitgate crypto exchange
Daiko has acquired a controlling stake of 58.1% of the 100% stake in Bitgate, leaving the exchange’s operator, SNC, holding the remaining 41.9%.
Ex-Vipstar exec linked to alleged large scale crypto fraud in Japan
Authorities in Japan arrested two people accused of defrauding an IT firm of around JPY78 million (US$712,000) worth of cryptocurrency.
Nomura launches crypto index for financial institutions
Japan’s consulting giant Nomura Research Institute has partnered with Intelligence Unit to launch a crypto index covering global U.S. dollar and Yen markets.
Bank of Japan must be ready on digital currencies: deputy governor
While the Bank of Japan had no immediate plans for a CBDC, it was “very important” for the central bank to be prepared should the need arise.
This week in tech: Blockchain tops the list of in-demand skills
Blockchain is becoming central to so many industries, so much so that a recent study found it to be the most in-demand skill sought by employers in 2020.