Japan’s Yahoo-backed crypto exchange announces launch date
Yahoo! Japan is ready to launch the new cryptocurrency exchange, according to an update, and will offer trading in BTC and ETH as base currencies.
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Laos climbs aboard CBDC train via partnership with Japan’s Soramitsu
The proof-of-concept plan dubbed "Digital Lao Kip (DLak)" will explore the possibilities of a retail central bank digital currency existing with other payment options in Laos.
Japan’s Soramitsu unveils cross-border payment platform powered by CBDC
Japanese firm Soramitsu plans a cross-border payment platform using stablecoins and CBDCs, targeting transactions across countries in Southeast Asia.
Business improvement order given to Japan’s Zaif exchange over hack
Japan's Ministry of Finance (MoF) has slapped Zaif cryptocurrency exchange’s owner, Tech Bureau, with a business improvement order, a type of admonishment that carries serious penalties.
Japan’s NTT Docomo plans to invest $4B in Web3 using mobile infrastructure
NTT Docomo's first step in the plan is to build a technology infrastructure for its foray into the digital asset industry before issuing digital assets, exchange, and wallet services to its users.
Japan’s FSA dissatisfied with digital assets self-regulatory body the JVCEA: report
The Financial Services Agency has raised the alarm over the slow pace at which the digital assets self-regulatory body is carrying out its affairs, according to a source close to the JVCEA.
Crypto complaints in Japan increase 69%
The complaints ran a gambit of causes, including privacy violations, poor user interfaces, lack of refunds or loss of funds due to platform issues.
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 in making it interoperable with payment systems.
Japan orders FTX to suspend operations
FTX Japan has gone into “close-only” mode, where users can only close out existing positions but can’t create new ones following the FSA’s suspension order.
Japan ISP rewards gamers with cryptocurrency
Japanese Internet Service Provider (ISP) GMO Internet is looking to incentivize online gaming and the spread of cryptocurrency adoption.
Astar Network, Startale Labs team up with Japan’s KDDI to boost Web3 adoption in Singapore
Singapore's Startale Labs and Astar Network partner with Japan's KDDI to accelerate Web3 adoption, exploring blockchain applications in various sectors.
Kraken announces withdrawal from Japan
Kraken is shutting down “all of its services” in Japan by June, leaving only a matter of weeks before the company ceases to operate within the Japanese market.