Japan
Japan Exchange Blockchain Consortium Grows to 26 Members
More than 25 companies and organizations are taking part in a blockchain proof-of-concept spearheaded by the Japan Exchange Group (JPX).
47 Banks Complete DLT Cloud Pilot With Ripple Tech
A consortium of 47 banks has completed a distributed ledger technology pilot spearheaded by SBI Ripple Asia.
Bank of Japan Official: DAO-Style Problems Could Dampen DLT
An official from Japan’s central bank invoked failed ethereum-based project The DAO in a speech yesterday.
Hitachi Tests Private Blockchain for Rewards Points
Japan's Hitachi is working on a new blockchain test, one that explores how the tech could power its rewards points program.
Mizuho Completes Blockchain Recordkeeping, Digital Currency Trials
Japanese banking group Mizuho announced today the completion of two new blockchain trials.
Where Bitcoin and Banking Collide
Japan, a relatively quiet and traditionally isolated market, is about to set a precedent that could change the cryptocurrency sector.
Banking Giant Mizuho Invests in Japan's Biggest Bitcoin Exchange
Japan's largest bitcoin exchange by volume has announced a new round of fundraising backed by three domestic financial giants.
Forex Giants Trading Bitcoin? In Japan That Might Be Months Away
When new legislation becomes law later this year, Japan's blockchain market will see financial giants come on board, industry insiders tell CoinDesk.
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.
