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Binance News
Binance Eyes Swift Extension of Japan Edge by Tripling Listed Assets

Binance Japan intends to expand its list of assets supported for trading from 34 to 100 as soon as possible.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Japanese woman standing in front of Mount Fuji and watching crypto coins fall from the sky.
Regulations
Japan Blockchain Association Urges Tax Cuts for Crypto

The proposal aims to ease the fiscal burden on crypto holders and promote growth in the country.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Changpeng Zhao resting on his private jet on a Japanese runway.
Regulations
Binance Returns to Japan with Competitive Edge Despite Global Troubles

The world's largest crypto exchange is returning to Japan.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Stablecoins
Circle to Capitalize on Japan’s New Stablecoin Legislation

Circle explores stablecoin opportunities in Japan following the country's new legislation, attracting attention from financial institutions.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Young Japanese guy poses infront of a wall full of Shiba Inu graffiti.
Shiba Inu (SHIB)
Shiba Inu Emerges as Japan’s Favorite Crypto with VC Backing

Japan embraces Shiba Inu as the leading crypto following VC nod, while Shy Kusama drops another enigmatic riddle.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Japanese woman standing in front of Mount Fuji and watching crypto coins fall from the sky.
Stablecoins
Japan’s Largest Bank to Unveil Global Stablecoins Pegged to Foreign Currencies

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) positions Japan as a global hub for stablecoin issuance, enhancing the digital economy.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Kim Jong Un dressed as a monster in the middle of Tokyo.
Regulations
North Korean Crypto Thefts Primarily Target Japan, Study Reveals 

Japan has lost an estimated $721 million in crypto to North Korean hackers from 2017 to 2022.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Geisha sitting on a pier with cherry blossoms (sakura) in the background.
Binance News
Binance to Return to Japan After Sakura Exchange Shuts Down

After years of regulatory struggles, Binance will finally return to Japan, after shutting down Sakura Exchange Bitcoin.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Press Releases
Astar Network CEO Sota Watanabe To Shed Light on Why Japan is Embracing Crypto at Consensus 2023

Astar Network, a smart contracts platform for multichain, is delighted to announce that its Founder and CEO Sota Watanabe will
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A man with a tattoo sleeve leaning on a metal fence in front of a Japan coin.
Altcoins
Ripple’s MoneyTap Payment System Big in Japan: Three Banks Add Support

MoneyTap was created in 2018 and continues to gain traction.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Japanese woman saying no in front of an ancient Japanese gate. Allegory for Japanese regulators denying entry to Bybit and other exchanges.
Exchanges
Bybit Among Four Exchanges Flagged by Japan’s Regulator

Japanese financial watchdog warned Bybit, Bitget, and other exchanges for operating without registration in the country.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A woman in Japan on a phone holding a digital Yen coin.
CBDCs
Japan’s Plans for CBDC Panel to Examine Digital Yen Issuance

Japan plans to establish an expert panel to explore the feasibility of introducing a digital yen.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Press Releases
Mawari Launches Testnet in Japan as a GSMA Foundry Project

Japanese Operator KDDI joins as the first collaborating partner.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Geisha standing bellow blooming Sakura tree next to a piggy bank full of FTX tokens.
FTX News
FTX Japan Delivers on Promise to Re-Open Withdrawals

Four months after the collapse of crypto exchange FTX, customers of the Japanese branch can withdraw funds again.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A Japanese child staring at a digital coin in a smoky environment
Regulations
Yen-credible News: Japan to Pilot Digital Currency in April

Japan's Central Bank is set to commence its pilot program for its digital yen, with the help of private businesses.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Japanese man staring at a red stabelcoin.
Regulations
What Japan’s Adjusted Regulations Mean for Stablecoins

The Financial Services Agency of Japan confirmed it would lift the ban on the domestic use of foreign stablecoins.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
A small child wearing traditional Japanese outfit staring at a Coinbase logo instead of a sundown.
Coinbase News
Why Is Coinbase Pulling out of Japan?

Coinbase announces its decision to exit Japan after a difficult start to 2023.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Grey robot inside a metaverse city.
NFTs
Animoca Brands Pours Over $750,000 into Psychic VR Lab

The investment from Animoca Brands would significantly accelerate the creation of the ‘Real Metaverse’ through their platform STYLY.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
CEO of Coinbase Brian Armstrong closes eyes while a samurai looks at him
Coinbase News
Coinbase to Shut Down Most of Its Operations in Japan, COIN Shoots Up

Coinbase preparing to close most of its activities in Japan as part of a global plan to cut operational costs.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Cryptopedia
Top 10 Countries to Spend Crypto

If you are looking for best crypto environments to invest in, here's list of top ten countries to spend crypto.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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