Japan
15 Nations Plan Global Crypto Monitoring System Under FATF: Report
Fifteen nations are reported to be planning to set up a system to monitor crypto transactions.
SBI Crypto Exchange Adopts Tech to Help Meet FATF Standards
VC Trade, the crypto exchange launched by SBI Holdings, is integrating a new wallet solution to help it comply with international KYC standards.
Japanese Crypto Exchange Bitpoint Restarting Trade Services
The exchange lost 3 billion yuan during a hack on July 11.
Ripple Extends University Investment Program to Japan
Ripple Labs UBRI program adds two new universities amidst increasing pressure from market incumbents
BitFlyer, Sumitomo Aim to Wrap up the Property Rentals Business With a Blockchain App
BitFlyer Blockchain and Japanese business giant Sumitomo Corporation will develop a blockchain app allowing users to sign rental contracts and more.
Japan Has FATF Green Light to Create 'SWIFT Network' for Crypto: Report
Japan is said to be leading the creation of an international cryptocurrency payments network similar to banking network SWIFT.
Hacked BITpoint Exchange to Refund 50,000 Affected Users in Crypto
BITPoint Japan has said that the roughly 50,000 users who lost funds in its recent hack will be reimbursed in cryptocurrency on a 1:1 basis.
Japan Creates Working Group to Discuss Facebook Libra Ahead of G7 Meeting
Japan has set up a working group to examine the issues raised by Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency project ahead of a G7 meeting this week.
Hacked Crypto Exchange Bitpoint Discovers More Millions Are Missing
After a $30-million hack last week, Japan-based cryptocurrency exchange Bitpoint says it's discovered that another $2.3 million is missing.
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.
