Japan shows support for OpenAI’s ChatGPT chatbot amid country-wide bans and uncertainties around the world.
Mt. Gox repayment registrations close: Here’s what’s next
The deadline for repayment registration for those affected by the Mt. Gox hack has closed, with the trustee releasing a statement on the next steps in the process.
Japan pushes for friendlier environment for crypto with Web3 proposals
Japan’s Web3 project team released a white paper suggesting ways to expand the country’s crypto industry to establish a welcoming atmosphere for crypto.
Japan Approves Web3 White Paper to Promote Industry Growth in the Country
The white paper proposes more tax reform, clearer accounting standards and a DAO law.
Crypto market momentum stalls as traders await the results of recent regulatory actions
Crypto’s bullish momentum may stall at the $1.2 trillion total market cap resistance, but traders’ newfound caution has not translated to excessive demand for short positions.
Japan FSA flags Binance, Bybit, others for operating without registration
Japan’s FSA warns Binance, Bybit, MEXC Global and BitForex, among others, for unregistered operations as it cracks down on crypto exchanges in Japan.
Japan Regulator Flags Four Crypto Exchanges Including Bybit for Operating Without Registration
Bitget, BitForex and MEXC Global were also named in the Financial Services Agency’s warning letter.
Japan plans to form expert panel to explore digital yen: Report
The ministry’s panel will reportedly focus on developing a framework for a central bank digital currency based on a technical study carried out by the Bank of Japan over the past two years.
Hong Kong turns to Japan for advice after ‘mind-boggling’ Web3 influx
Hong Kong is looking to Japan for guidance to become a friendly environment for cryptocurrency following an overwhelming response to Web3 investment.
Japan’s Finance Ministry to Explore Digital Yen Feasibility: Report
The ministry plans to launch an expert panel next month to explore the feasibility of a central bank digital currency.
G-7 Will Push for Tighter Global Crypto Regulations: Kyodo
Discussions on a global framework will speed up ahead of a May meeting of finance ministers and central bankers.
G7 to collaborate on tighter crypto regulation: Report
Leaders from Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, and the European Union are expected to outline a global cooperative strategy for digital assets in May.
Fujitsu interested in crypto trading services: trademark application
The branding is dedicated to offering financial services, which include acceptance of deposits, financing loans and financial management and exchange of crypto assets.
Mt. Gox creditors have until March 10 to register and choose repayment method
Creditors have the option of a lump-sum payment, bank remittance, fund transfer service provider, or through a cryptocurrency exchange or custodian.
Three Japanese Banks Start Stablecoin Experiment
Three Japanese banks, Kiraboshi Bank, Minna no Bank and The Shikoku Bank, are participating in an experiment that aims to implement a stablecoin system that meets legal requirements.
Could NFTs and crypto help Japan’s ‘Cool Japan’ strategy?
Crypto-adjacent technologies could be a valuable part of Japan’s strategy to promote its culture and boost its economy.
Mitsubishi, Fujitsu and Other Tech Firms to Create ‘Japan Metaverse Economic Zone’
The agreement between the companies is aimed at creating the infrastructure for an open metaverse and “updating Japan through the power of games.”
Tech companies enter agreement for ‘Japan Metaverse Economic Zone’
A group of major Japanese technology companies including Fujitsu Ltd. and Mitsubishi Corporation came together in a new agreement to help advance the country’s metaverse sector.
FTX Japan allows total withdrawal of funds; users rejoice the ‘escape’
Numerous community members have confirmed that all their money has been paid out. However, the FTX investors watching from the rest of the world remain hopeful of a similar outcome.
FTX Japan reports $50M in withdrawals since Feb. 21
According to the crypto exchange, 7,026 FTX Japan account holders had moved funds from the firm to Liquid Global — a requirement in order to withdraw assets.