Japan
Bank of Japan to Host Distributed Ledger Forum Next Month
Japan’s central bank is set to host an event focused on distributed ledger tech next month.
Japanese Government Sends Blockchain Startups Abroad for Innovation Program
Japan’s government is sending three blockchain startups to the US as part of a technology innovation program.
Towards a Clearer Understanding of Blockchain's True Value
NRI's Takeo Nishikata examines some of the discussion around blockchain, seeking to "clarify all the misunderstandings" around the technology.
Japanese Blockchain Consortium Grows to More Than 100 Members
Japanese blockchain consortium BCCC has passed the 100 member milestone as well as having graduated 100 students from its Blockchain Daigakko.
Mizuho Bank Weighs Digital Currency Services Offering
Mizuho Bank is weighing possible client-facing services after testing a prototype digital currency in partnership with IBM Japan.
Major Japanese Banks Seek Lower Costs With Blockchain Payments
A group of major Japanese banks has published the first results of a blockchain interbank payments trial.
Japan Exchange Group Expands Blockchain Trials
The Japan Exchange Group (JPX) has formed a consortium between several companies within its umbrella to test a blockchain proof-of-concept.
A Major Insurer is Developing a Policy to Cover Bitcoin Exchanges
A Japanese insurance firm is reportedly planning to launch a new policy line aimed at bitcoin exchanges.
Japan's Central Bank Believes Blockchain Could Create Tax Issues
A senior official for Japan's central bank had words of caution for distributed ledgers.
Gemini Expands Bitcoin and Ether Exchange to New Asian Markets
Digital currency exchange Gemini announced yesterday that it is opening its services to traders in South Korea and Japan.
