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Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Plans to Shut Down

  • The exchange intends to transfer customer deposits and assets to SBI VC Trade.
  • The decision follows the exchange’s struggle to recover from a $320 million theft.
Monday, 02/12/2024 | 07:23 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

Bitget Wallet Ranks Second in Japan’s Web3 Market: Sees 34% User Growth

  • The Wallet's Swap feature spans 50 blockchains and offers gas rebates.
  • The Bitget Onchain Layer is being developed with support from a $10 million fund.
Monday, 29/07/2024 | 13:05 GMT by Tareq Sikder
CryptoCurrency

bitFlyer Swallows FTX Japan Whole: Plans to Enhance Crypto Custody and ETF

  • Upon acquiring FTX Japan, the firm plans to rebrand it by August 26, 2024.
  • FTX Japan had $134 million in segregated assets and more assets than liabilities.
Friday, 26/07/2024 | 13:53 GMT by Tareq Sikder
Payments

Strengthening the JPY: The Role of Japan's Advanced Banknotes

  • What makes Japan's new banknotes special?
  • New hologram banknotes enhance security and public trust in the yen.
Thursday, 04/07/2024 | 16:07 GMT by Pedro Ferreira
CryptoCurrency

WhaleFin Rebrands to S.BLOX for Sony's Crypto Exchange Transformation

  • The rebranding includes a new user interface and mobile app; the launch date hasn't been set.
  • Originally DeCurret, the platform was acquired by Sony's Quetta Web Co. after being under Amber Group.
Monday, 01/07/2024 | 16:50 GMT by Tareq Sikder
Retail FX

MUFG Units Hit with Regulatory Action over Client Data Breaches in Japan

  • Japan's FSA penalizes MUFG units for unauthorized sharing of client data.
  • The regulator orders business improvements and mandates the submission of detailed plans by July 24, 2024.
Monday, 24/06/2024 | 07:46 GMT by Damian Chmiel
CryptoCurrency

54% of Japan Investors Plan Crypto Allocation: Nomura Survey

  • The majority of Japanese institutional traders plan to invest in digital assets within three years,
  • Many view crypto as a diversification opportunity.
Monday, 24/06/2024 | 07:19 GMT by Damian Chmiel
CryptoCurrency

Bitflyer Takes the Reins: Acquiring FTX Japan amid Bankruptcy Fallout

  • Unlike its parent company, FTX Japan reported a surplus of assets compared to liabilities.
  • Bitflyer ranks 22nd globally in crypto exchange volume, with notable BTC/JPY trading.
Thursday, 20/06/2024 | 16:01 GMT by Tareq Sikder
Retail FX

Interactive Brokers Expands in Japan, Offers Global CFDs

  • Japanese traders will now have access to CFDs on shares listed in the US, Europe, and other markets.
  • The minimum commission to trade CFDs of US shares has been set at $0.0055 per share.
Thursday, 18/04/2024 | 06:28 GMT by Arnab Shome
Payments

Folding the Yen: How a Humble QR Code is Unifying Asian Payments

  • The story of QR code payments in Asia is far from a finished one
Monday, 15/04/2024 | 16:00 GMT by Pedro Ferreira
Institutional FX

Japan's SBI Securities Opens Up to the UK Clients Thanks to Broadridge

  • Broadridge Financial Solutions offers post-trade solutions to the Asian company.
  • The new partnership will allow SBI to launch its equity brokerage services in the UK.
Monday, 15/04/2024 | 07:38 GMT by Damian Chmiel
Brokers

DMM Securities Defends Its Global Lead in FX Trading in 2023

  • The Japanese broker once again ranked the highest.
  • Retail FX volumes also experienced growth.
Tuesday, 05/03/2024 | 08:42 GMT by Sylwester Majewski
CryptoCurrency

BitForex Plunges Offline amidst $57 Million Crypto Withdrawal Mystery

  • The shutdown amid the withdrawal mystery echoes past Japanese regulatory warnings.
  • In September 2023, the firm ranked among the top global exchanges, trading $2.6 billion daily.
Tuesday, 27/02/2024 | 07:51 GMT by Tareq Sikder
CryptoCurrency

Japan's Venture Capital Sector Nears Approval for Crypto Asset Holdings

  • The country's cabinet has approved a bill that could spur investment in Web3 startups.
  • The legislation gives venture capital firms the flexibility to participate in the crypto economy.
Monday, 19/02/2024 | 12:58 GMT by Jared Kirui
Retail FX

IG Group, Aichi Arena Corp, and AEG Ink Naming Rights Deal for Sports Arena in Japan

  • The IG Arena is scheduled to open in 2025.
  • The arena will serve as a hub for sports and entertainment in Japan.
Thursday, 08/02/2024 | 16:12 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Decoding Japan's Trailblazing Stablecoin Regulations

  • A deep dive into Web3 compliance.
Wednesday, 07/02/2024 | 00:52 GMT by Pedro Ferreira
CryptoCurrency

Japan’s Monex Acquires Majority Stake in Crypto Asset Manager 3iQ

  • The details of the deal remain undisclosed.
  • 3iQ manages crypto ETFs on the Canadian exchange, among other products.
Thursday, 28/12/2023 | 08:00 GMT by Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency

The Global Crypto Landscape: Japan's Ascent and Argentina's Unconventional Path

  • Understanding the global crypto chessboard.
Monday, 27/11/2023 | 12:07 GMT by Pedro Ferreira
Retail FX

Nomura's Half-Year Pretax Profit Surges 118% Propelled by Revenue Diversification

  • The firm reported an increase of 16% in net revenue for the six months ended September 30.
  • Nomura's income before tax reached 104.6 billion yen.
Friday, 27/10/2023 | 13:54 GMT by Jared Kirui
Retail FX

“Volatility Rise Made Carry Trades Less Attractive”: Should Japanese FX Brokers Worry?

  • Margin FX trading volume in Japan touched a record in 2022.
  • A Bank of Japan report revealed that Japanese traders are moving away from carry trading strategies.
Thursday, 26/10/2023 | 13:40 GMT by Arnab Shome
Retail FX

FX Tampa Equips Japanese Retail Investors

  • Based in Estonia with a team of 170 financial professionals, FX Tampa supports Japanese retail investors.
  • The retail investors dominate in Tokyo's currency trading.
Tuesday, 17/10/2023 | 06:58 GMT by Tareq Sikder
Institutional FX

Moomoo Japan Steps into Online Brokerage, Offering Access to 7,000 US Stocks

  • The service targets Japanese investors with low commissions and trading tools.
  • This move is in response to a growing interest in US stocks in Japan.
Wednesday, 20/09/2023 | 21:37 GMT by Jared Kirui
Trending

Deflationary Spiral Looming? Breaking Down the Chain Reaction

  • A complex phenomenon.
Friday, 01/09/2023 | 10:03 GMT by Pedro Ferreira
Institutional FX

From Traditional to Digital: Japanese FX Market Embraces Electronic Evolution

  • Globally, 76% of cash FX trading is electronic, while Japan lags at 60%.
  • Multi-dealer platforms and APIs drive electronic trading popularity in Japan.
Tuesday, 22/08/2023 | 18:40 GMT by Jared Kirui
CryptoCurrency

Binance Japan Plans to Initially List 34 Tokens Following Market Re-entry

  • The exchange will offer more tokens than its rivals in Japan.
  • Binance Japan reportedly plans to offer stablecoins.
Tuesday, 01/08/2023 | 08:06 GMT by Jared Kirui
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