Japan

    Securities / Derivatives

    Osaka Exchange Proposes Rule Changes for JGB, Precious Metals Futures

    By Editors | 26/09/2025

    The exchange is seeking public comment on proposals to widen tick sizes for mini JGBs and shift price bands for metals futures.

    Market Infrastructure

    Tokyo Bourse to Launch 'CredNex' Platform to Boost ETF Liquidity

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/09/2025

    TSE says the new automated system for ETF creation and redemption aims to cut processing times from minutes to seconds, improving market stability and pricing.

    Securities / Derivatives

    BOJ Surprises Market With ETF, J-REIT Disposal Plan

    By Manesh Samtani | 22/09/2025

    The BOJ will gradually unwind its holdings and end its ETF lending facility, marking a further step towards policy normalisation.

    AML / KYC

    Japan’s National Police Flags Surge in Phishing, Record Losses

    By Nithya Subramanian | 21/09/2025

    Phishing cases hit 1.2 million in the first half of 2025, with online banking scams already costing victims over JYP 4 billion.

    AML / KYC

    Japanese Banks Team Up with Power Utilities to Curb Money Laundering

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/09/2025

    The system will cross-check new bank account applications against utility contract data, helping prevent identity fraud and reduce verification costs for financial institutions.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Taiwan and Japan Launch First Cross-Border ETF Listings

    By Manesh Samtani | 19/09/2025

    Nomura Asset Management has listed feeder ETFs on the Taiwan and Tokyo stock exchanges, marking a key step in regional capital market integration.

    Enforcement

    Japan 's Nippon Life Uncovers Data Misuse as Regulator Intensifies Scrutiny of Insurers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

    An internal review found staff seconded to banks accessed confidential sales information without authorisation, prompting the insurer to take disciplinary action.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Korea-Japan Bank Consortium Completes Stablecoin Trial

    By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2025

    A proof-of-concept remittance project found stablecoins cut costs, but highlighted South Korea's lack of a clear regulatory framework.

    Securities / Derivatives

    CFTC Grants JSCC Conditional Approval for US Client Clearing

    By Manesh Samtani | 17/09/2025

    The decision allows US customers to access the world's most liquid yen swap market, subject to strict disclosure rules on bankruptcy protections.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Japan Proposes Rule Change to Widen CCP Scope for Investment Trusts

    By Editors | 17/09/2025

    The FSA has opened a consultation on a proposal to allow central counterparties to clear a broader range of funds, including active ETFs.

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