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Japan Rallies Behind XRP as Ripple Faces US Litigation
Unlike the U.S., Japan considers XRP to be a cryptocurrency, not a security.
Japan's FSA Says XRP Not a Security: Report
The regulator's stance contrasts with that of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Why Crypto Exchange OKCoin Jumped Through Hoops to Get Licensed in Japan
While Japan is known for its retail market, crypto exchange OKCoin believes the country’s strict licensing regime will attract institutional investors.
Japan's Financial Regulator Issues Draft Guidelines for Funds Investing in Crypto
The instructions from the FSA are vague and obvious, but they indicate some movement on the regulatory front.
110 Crypto Exchanges Are Reportedly Trying to Get Licensed in Japan
In 2019 the Financial Services Agency has approved 3 new exchanges, following a year without any new openings.
Japan Watchdog Charges Zaif Crypto Exchange Owner with 'Legal Violations'
Fisco, owner of the Zaif crypto exchange, is being forced to upgrade its management systems after an investigation by Japan’s financial watchdog.
LINE's Crypto Exchange Could Win Japan License This Month, Report Says
Japanese messaging giant LINE may soon be able to open a cryptocurrency exchange for its 80 million users based in the country.
Japan Scrutinizing Crypto Exchanges Ahead of G20 Summit
Japan’s financial watchdog is said to be inspecting crypto exchanges over anti-money laundering measures ahead of June's G20 meeting.
Crypto Exchanges Huobi and Fisco Investigated by Japan Watchdog: Report
Crypto exchanges Huobi Japan and Fisco were investigated by the country’s Financial Services Agency last week, according to Reuters sources.
E-Commerce Giant Rakuten Wins License for New Crypto Exchange
Japan's Financial Service Agency has licensed a cryptocurrency exchange being rebranded and relaunched by internet giant Rakuten.
