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Japan: Major Private Banks and Firms Set to Test Digital Yen in 2021
Japan is finally moving ahead with its digital yen experiment. Japan Inc. Marches Ahead with Digital Yen Experiment According to a Reuters report published on November 19, over 30 major Japanese companies are set to kick-off experiments next year toward issuing a common, private digital currency to give way to digitization in the country. дальше »
2020-11-21 11:00
Blockchain-based agri-commodity trading to tap world’s largest wheat market
Blockchain will streamline trade from Europe’s grain belt.
дальше »2020-11-11 12:18
Kraken relaunches crypto trading in Japan as part of APAC expansion
Japanese residents can once again trade BTC, ETH, LTC, XRP, and BCH on Kraken, two years after it pulled out of the country.
дальше »2020-10-22 07:36
Pro Super Smash Bros player to receive salary in XRP
More gamers around the world are moving into crypto.
дальше »2020-10-16 12:15
Bank of Japan to begin digital currency proof-of-concept in 2021
In a recent document from the Bank of Japan, the central bank stressed the need for offline availability.
дальше »2020-10-10 14:14
Crypto regulations in the United Kingdom: Are we there yet?
For the U.K. to remain attractive to the crypto industry, it should strive to provide more clarity and certainty around compliance. дальше »
2020-9-29 22:00
Japan’s Dentsu Joins Blockchain Consortium for Content Monetization
Dentsu has joined Japan’s Content Blockchain Initiative (JCBI), a consortium that aims to revolutionize the country’s media and content industry with distributed ledger technology (DLT), according to a Ledger Insights report on September 8, 2020. дальше »
2020-9-10 13:00
Japan Speeds up CBDC Development as China’s Digital Yuan Advances
Top Japanese bankers and officials say digital currency development is a top priority now as the country “trails behind” China and South Korea in similar projects, according to a report by Japan Today. дальше »
2020-9-7 15:49
SBI Holdings to set up blockchain-based digital stock exchange in Osaka
Ripple’s Japanese partner wants to lead financial innovation in the country.
дальше »2020-9-4 11:25
Here’s How IOST Became Popular and Accepted by Japanese Regulators
On Sep 8, IOST — the native cryptocurrency oiling the high-performance, fully decentralized, and scalable IOST blockchain network, will get listed on leading Japanese crypto exchange Coincheck. дальше »
2020-9-2 17:14
IOST to Get Listed on Leading Japanese Crypto Exchange CoinCheck
IOST — the native coin of the high throughput, enterprise-scale, and DeFi-focused IOST blockchain, will be listed on the Japanese cryptocurrency exchange, CoinCheck, on September 8. This, according to a press release on Sep 1. дальше »
2020-9-1 17:14
Japanese crypto traders ditching XRP and MONA for Bitcoin
Most Japanese crypto traders may be leaving altcoins behind entirely.
дальше »2020-8-31 05:44
Japan: Coincheck Crypto Exchange to Conduct First Initial Exchange Offering (IEO)
Coincheck crypto exchange has announced plans to conduct its first initial exchange offering (IEO) for the sale of Pallet Token (PLT), according to a press release on August 25, 2020. Coincheck to Launch Japan’s First IEO Hashpalette, a Japanese firm that’s into the distribution of graphic novels, music, and more, is joining forces with CoincheckRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2020-8-26 17:00
Japan’s Top HR Firm Is Working on a Blockchain-Based Recruitment App
Your next job might hire you using the Blockchain.
дальше »2020-8-13 18:05
Japan: FSA Chief Says No Plans to Deregulate Bitcoin Trading, Focus on CBDC Development
Ryozo Himino, the new chief of the Japanese financial regulator – the Financial Services Agency (FSA) – told Reuters there is no need to promote non-fiat pegged cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin (BTC). дальше »
2020-8-6 13:00
Number of Active Crypto Traders in Japan Decreased Mid-COVID
A report updated by Japan’s self-regulatory body JVCEA shows the number of active crypto traders in the country decreased in March. дальше »
2020-8-4 07:08
Japan: Central Bank’s Top Economist to Lead Department Researching CBDC
Japan continues to intensify efforts in its proposed central bank digital currency (CBDC) project as the country’s central bank has appointed its top economist to oversee the department conducting research on CBDC. дальше »
2020-8-1 01:00
Bank of Japan Appoints Top Economist to Head Up CBDC Research Team
The Bank of Japan insists it has no immediate plans to issue a digital yen, but research into the potential of CBDCs continues apace. дальше »
2020-8-1 12:21
Bank of Japan Expands CBDC Research, Appoints New Digital Payments Director
The central bank of Japan has appointed a senior economist to lead the department overseeing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). The Bank of Japan (BOJ) announced on Friday that senior bank official Kazushige Kamiyama will now be heading the payments and settlement department and managing CBDC research, Reuters reported. дальше »
2020-7-31 12:02
Japan Puts Issuance of Its Digital Currency on “Top Priority”
The so-called Digital Yen – Japan’s upcoming digital currency – is now the “top priority” of the country as it battles the economic implications of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and seeks to revitalize growth. дальше »
2020-7-31 23:07
It Is the China Dream That Hinders Digital Yuan Says Fisco Executive
China’s digital yuan looks to be scaling smoothly but its core political slogan may disrupt further development.
дальше »2020-7-26 18:30
Japan’s COVID-19 Stimulus Payments Didn’t Flow Into Crypto
COVID-19 relief money does not seem to have been spent by many Japanese on cryptocurrencies.
дальше »2020-7-23 04:02
Japan Central Bank Moving Forward With CBDC Research
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) formed a new team to speed up research into the possibility of issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC). However, the apex bank has no immediate plans to launch a digital yen. дальше »
2020-7-20 17:00
Japan’s largest financial firm plans to issue its digital currency in 2020
During the 4th quarter of 2020, Japan’s largest financial firm (MUFG), also the fifth-largest bank in the world will kickstart the launch of its own digital currency, that is if everything goes as planned. дальше »
2020-7-16 08:18
Coincheck Crypto Exchange Adds Support For Brave Browser’s Native Token BAT
Japan-based crypto-exchange Coincheck announced plans to add support for Brave Browser’s native token, Basic Attention Token (BAT). Japanese BAT token holders will be able to trade BAT tokens on the platform from July 21, as per the official announcement by Coincheck’s parent company Monex Group. дальше »
2020-7-15 11:42
Brave (BAT) and bitFlyer Partner to Create Crypto Wallet
Brave Software and Japanese cryptocurrency exchange giant bitFlyer have collaborated to create a new crypto asset wallet. New Crypto Wallet for Brave and bitFlyer Users In a press release issued on Thursday (July 9, 2020), bitFlyer announced its collaboration with Brave Software, providers of the eponymous crypto-rewards privacy browser. дальше »
2020-7-9 21:07
Cardano (ADA) Issues Warning against Possible Crypto Investment Scam in Japan
The Cardano Foundation has issued a warning to the public against some individuals who claim to know members of the foundation, in order to possibly lure investors to deposit funds with them. Suspects Claim Connection With Cardanao to Boost Investors’ Confidence In an announcement published on Thursday (July 9, 2020), the Cardano Foundation alerted theRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2020-7-9 19:35
Bank of Japan to Conduct Proof of Concept for Its Digital Yen
The Bank of Japan (BOJ), the 138-year old Japanese central bank, has announced plans to carry out a technical feasibility study for its central bank digital currency (CBDC). The bank says it intends to carry out a proof of concept (PoC), while also collaborating with other central banks and relevant agencies to reach the bestRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2020-7-4 21:00
Japan’s central bank to check for technical feasibility of the digital yen
In an announcement yesterday, the Bank of Japan outlined the two major technical barriers... The post Japan’s central bank to check for technical feasibility of the digital yen appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-7-3 16:00
Bank of Japan Will Begin Experimenting With a Digital Yen
The Bank of Japan announced on Thursday that it would experiment with a CBDC to check its feasibility from a technical perspective. дальше »
2020-7-4 09:12
Cryptocurrency News From Japan: June 7 - June 13 in Review
Japan's minister of finance questioned crypto terminology, a company joined the Japan Security Token Association and more headlined news from Japan this past week. дальше »
2020-6-15 00:00
Governments Shifting from Fiscal Triage to Recovery Mode, Says Deutsche Bank
As the world economy struggles to reopen in the wake of the COVID-19 lockdown, some believe that the first stages of recovery have begun. This especially includes Deutsche Bank, who’s Securities Chief Economist Torsten Slok said: Policy makers are moving from triage to recovery. дальше »
2020-6-9 11:45
Japan FSA: Register Before Giving Advice on Investments
Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) warned against investment solicitations from unregistered companies, including the cryptocurrency industry, in a tweet posted on June 3. Japan’s financial authority, the Financial Services Agency (FSA), has issued a warning against investment advice doled out by individuals and groups with respect to cryptocurrencies and other asset classes. дальше »
2020-6-4 11:20
How Would Bitcoin Fare in a Deflationary Economy?
Despite the crypto community’s concerns over hyperinflation, it isn’t the global economy’s greatest threat. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. But with deflation on the rise due to lockdowns around...The post How Would Bitcoin Fare in a Deflationary Economy? appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2020-4-29 11:45
Bank of Japan Prepared to Buy Unlimited Govt Debt in Pandemic’s Wake
The Bank of Japan has just announced that there will be no limit to the amount of yen available to finance the buying of government bonds. Essentially, the central bank is now prepared to create as much fiat currency as is needed to support the struggling economy. дальше »
2020-4-28 09:15
Huobi Token Becomes First Exchange Token Approved By Japanese Regulators
Japanese financial regulator, Japan Financial Services Agency (FSA), has approved Huobi Global’s native exchange token, Huobi Token (HT) as a compliant crypto asset to trade in the world’s second-largest digital asset trading market. дальше »
2020-4-25 14:14
Japanese Content Creators to Benefit with Latest Blockchain Technology Use-Case
Japanese advertising giant Dentsu has inked a partnership with Kadokawa Ascii research to leverage blockchain technology to make it easier for content creators to get their work recognized on popular social media platforms. дальше »
2020-4-21 17:00
Japanese Advertising Giant Promotes Content Creators Using Blockchain
A Japanese research agency and advertising firm are using blockchain to recognize the contributions of streaming content creators
дальше »2020-4-20 06:27
Dramatic Tokyo Coronavirus Spike Parallels Scary New York Outbreak
Since late March, scientists warned that Japan is likely to be the next coronavirus pandemic hotspot after the U.S., with Tokyo its epicenter. The post Dramatic Tokyo Coronavirus Spike Parallels Scary New York Outbreak appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-4-7 11:26
Japanese Scientists Find New Coronavirus Transmission Route in Breakthrough Study
Scientists in Japan have found a third transmission route for coronavirus. Some are hopeful it could reduce the spread of the virus. The post Japanese Scientists Find New Coronavirus Transmission Route in Breakthrough Study appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-3-31 18:54
Japan Lied About Coronavirus to Keep Olympics, Former PM Says
As the number of new coronavirus cases spikes, suspicion is rising that Tokyo understated its coronavirus cases to hold on to the summer Olympics. The post Japan Lied About Coronavirus to Keep Olympics, Former PM Says appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-3-31 17:02
Japan: Hitachi Partners with ConsenSys for Blockchain Solution Development
Hitachi Solutions Co. Ltd, a leading Japanese tech firm is joining forces with Joseph Lubin’s ConsenSys for the development, and sales of blockchain solutions powered by PegaSys Plus, a distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform from the stables of ConsenSys, according to a press release on March 30, 2020. дальше »
2020-3-30 13:00
Japanese Securities Regulator Launches Blockchain Initiative
The Financial Services Agency (FSA), Japan’s premier regulator for securities, banking, and insurance, has announced the Blockchain Governance Initiative Network (BGIN) as a means of gathering stakeholders so they can broaden their understanding of the technology and implement it in a sustainable manner, as reported by Finextra, March 11, 2020. дальше »
2020-3-12 22:00
Japan’s Finance Minister Sounds China CBDC Warning
Taro Aso, Japan’s Finance Minister has voiced his reservations concerning China’s plans to issue its central bank digital currency (CBDC) – the digital yuan. Aso told fellow finance chiefs at the G-20 summit that Beijing’s state-backed crypto could negatively upset the balance of the global economy. дальше »
2020-2-25 18:00
Japan’s Financial Regulators to Discuss Crypto Asset Creation
Japan’s Central Bank and Finance Ministry have set out to discuss the issues pertaining to creation of a state-backed crypto asset. Japan Joins List of Countries Exploring Central Bank Crypto Assets Japan is preparing to join the growing list of countries to explore the benefits of a state-backed digital asset. дальше »
2020-2-22 15:30
Cisco Partners with Japanese IT Firm to Track Goods on a Blockchain
Cisco and Japan’s NEC Corporation have entered a strategic partnership to track network equipment produced by the former on a permissioned blockchain. As per Ledger Insights, growing cybersecurity concerns are the driving force behind this initiative. дальше »
2020-2-20 16:00
DeCurret Partners with KDDI to Test Digital Currency
The crypto exchange is planning to work on a joint project with the Japanese telecom giant to test digital currency in cafes
дальше »2020-2-19 07:26
SBI Crypto Subsidiary Partners With Northern Data on Mining Project
SBI Holdings’s subsidiary SBI Crypto is partnering with German tech company Northern Data AG and Texas-based data centers operator Whinstone US Inc
дальше »2020-2-13 16:50
Digital Yen: Japan May Launch CBDC in Three Years
A senior lawmaker of Japan’s ruling party has advised the government to include plans for its central bank digital currency (CBDC) in its mid-year policy guidelines and look to launch its digital yen in two to three years. дальше »
2020-2-10 16:00
Japan Fears China’s Digital Currency, Suggests Timeline for Digital Yen
Rumors that Japan was preparing plans for a digital yen have been confirmed today. A senior ruling party lawmaker Kozo Yamamoto stated: “the sooner the better. ” Digital Yen to Counter Libra Threat As part of a six-central-bank coalition including the UK, Sweden, and the EU, Japan appeared to be taking a slow but steady approach toward a state-backed digital currency. дальше »