The platform is part of All Nippon Airways’ ongoing expansion into the intersection of airlines and Web3.
bitFlyer adopts crypto deposit limits to comply with Travel Rule
While adopting restrictions on transactions between exchanges, bitFlyer still supports transactions to and from self-custody wallets like MetaMask.
Crypto Exchange bitFlyer Aligns Itself With FATF ‘Travel Rule’ With New Restrictions
The company is only allowing crypto and transfers to platforms that comply with Coinbase-led Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology (TRUST).
From Beijing to Tokyo, Asian nations get active in crypto regulation: Law Decoded, May 22–29
Lawmakers in Japan have decided to enforce stricter Anti-Money Laundering measures to trace cryptocurrency transactions from June 1.
Binance kicks off transition to new platform in Japan
The move follows the acquisition of the regulated crypto exchange Sakura Exchange Bitcoin (SEBC) in November 2022.
Stablecoins Are the ‘Glue’ Between the Real Economy and Blockchain: Binance Japan General Manager
Tsuyoshi Chino added that Binance J.apan may be still “a long way off” its business and activities being properly understood in gaining regulatory acceptance
Crypto Exchange Coincheck’s Nasdaq Listing Could Be Delayed Again
A merger with Thunder Bridge Capital may not be completed by a July 2 deadline, potentially causing a further year’s delay.
Japan to Enforce Tougher Crypto Anti-Money Laundering Laws Next Month: Report
Earlier this month, global financial crimes watchdog FATF urged G-7 economies like Japan to lead by example to implement its controversial “travel rule” for crypto transfers.
Japan’s crypto anti-money laundering measures to start in June: Report
The Japanese parliament has decided to roll out tougher AML procedures in line with the “travel rule.”
Japan leads world in losses from North Korean crypto hacking with 30% of total: Report
An Elliptic report commissioned by Nikkei says Asian countries account for over 60% of losses to North Korean hackers and ransomware users; lax security played a role.
G7 pushes accelerating global implementation of ‘travel rule’ for crypto assets
Group of 7 members met in Japan, where they discussed CBDCs and crypto regulation, with an eye toward quickly implementing the “Travel Rule” for crypto assets.
G-7 Finance Ministers Discuss Crypto Regulation Ahead of Japan Summit Next Week
Representatives for the seven advanced economies signaled a commitment to following norms set by standard-setters FSB and IMF on crypto and central bank digital currencies.
AI chatbot usage causes concern among 70% of Japanese adults
A survey conducted by a local Japanese news outlet revealed that 69.4% of adults want stricter regulations for AI development and implementation.
Binance to reenter Japan via acquired regulated exchange SEBC
Although no official date is mentioned for the launch of Binance Japan, the notice stated that the exchange could start after June.
Binance Japan Will Start Operations After June
The world’s largest crypto exchange acquired Sakura Exchange BitCoin last November.
Blockchain and crypto leaders converged at DAO Tokyo as Japan increases adoption
Japan has taken strides of late to adopt and integrate decentralized technologies within both government and businesses.
Ripple-based MoneyTap adopted by three Japanese banks
Japanese banks like Yamaguchi, Momiji and Kitakyushu now support the MoneyTap P2P remittance service based on RippleNet.
Crypto Lender Amber Group Weighs Selling Japan Unit: Bloomberg
Managing partner Annabelle Huang said that despite Japan being a “high quality market … regulations are strict.”
G-7 Will Focus on Helping Developing Nations Introduce CBDCs
The Group of Seven (G-7) advanced nations will prioritize considering how it can better help developing countries introduce their central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).
OpenAI finds fresh support from Japan amid global country-wide bans
Japan shows support for OpenAI’s ChatGPT chatbot amid country-wide bans and uncertainties around the world.