Japan is moving closer to allowing Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The country’s first product could potentially arrive in 2028 if planned regulatory changes move forward, according to the latest Nikkei report. The development comes after amendments approved by lawmakers that bring crypto assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, prompting the Financial Services Agency […]
Even in times when XRP and the company behind it were not in good shape in their home country, Japan has long stood out as a major ally. However, the most recent regulatory and institutional developments suggest that the country could play an even bigger role in their future. Over the past several months, Japan […]
By extending its collaboration with long-term local partner SBI Group, Ripple has received approval from the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) to launch its stablecoin available in the country. The company’s Senior Vice President of Stablecoins praised the Japanese regulatory environment and called it a leader in cryptocurrency adoption. RLUSD in Japan The green light […]
Bitcoin has tanked again in a typical and now repetitive late Sunday slump, sending the asset below $88,000 briefly. “Mass amounts of economic data from the government shutdown have officially arrived,” said the Kobeissi Letter, highlighting key inflation reports out this week. Meanwhile, US President Trump has touted the success of his trade tariffs, claiming […]
Japan has officially finalized amendments to its crypto regulatory framework that have the potential to increase global Bitcoin demand. The reforms aim to clarify custodial liability, stimulate institutional participation, and position the country as a safe haven for digital assets. Reform Could Boost Bitcoin Demand According to crypto research and education institution XWIN Research Japan, […]
Ripple Labs has entered into a collaboration with SBI Holdings, a major Japanese financial services conglomerate, according to an announcement on Friday. The memorandum of understanding is to distribute Ripple’s stablecoin, RLUSD, in Japan through SBI subsidiary SBI VC Trade, starting in Q1 2026. SBI VC Trade holds multiple Japanese financial licenses, including being the […]
Japanese energy consulting firm, Remixpoint, has announced that it has raised approximately 31.5 billion yen, worth around $215 million, through financing. All funds are allocated for the acquisition of Bitcoin. The company aims to hold 3,000 BTC in the near term. However, it warned that fluctuations in the crypto asset’s prices and its own stock […]
Japanese energy firm Remixpoint has announced it will pay its President and CEO’s entire executive compensation in Bitcoin. This marks the first time a listed company in Japan has chosen to do so. The step is part of Remixpoint’s aim to implement “shareholder-oriented management” by ensuring that management shares the same economic fate as shareholders. […]
Japan’s first and only publicly listed Bitcoin Treasury Company, Metaplanet, has announced the acquisition of an additional 330 BTC. This brings its total holdings to 4,855 BTC. The latest purchase, which is worth approximately 4.02 billion yen ($26.6 million), was executed at an average price of 12,181,570 yen per Bitcoin. This marks Metaplanet’s third BTC […]
Metaplanet has once again reinforced its commitment to Bitcoin, acquiring an additional 319 BTC worth approximately $26.3 million at an average price of $82,549 each. This latest buy brings the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 4,525 BTC, valued at about $386.3 million. Relentless Bitcoin Accumulation The publicly traded company listed on the Tokyo Exchange has […]