Japan

Market Risk

Japan Shifts to ‘Ambush’ Intervention Tactics to Counter Yen Speculators

By Editors | 07/07/2026

Japanese authorities are reportedly moving away from telegraphed warnings towards surprise interventions to raise the cost of shorting the yen.

AI Risk & Governance

Japan Consortium to Define Legal and Governance Framework for AI Agents

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/07/2026

A 28-member group led by MUFG will examine the use of verifiable credentials to manage risks as AI agents begin to conduct financial transactions.

Market Data & Technology

JPX Expands Securities Data Platform with Depository Centre

By Editors | 02/07/2026

Japan's securities depository will add its data to a new industry platform aimed at automating back-office operations for firms.

Cybersecurity

Japan FSA Orders Aflac Life Insurance to Report on Customer Data Breach

By Editors | 02/07/2026

The insurer's Japanese subsidiary has been ordered to detail the cause and impact of the major cybersecurity incident.

Structural Regulation

Japan Launches CFIUS-Style Body to Tighten Foreign Investment Screening

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/07/2026

The new Japan Foreign Investment Committee will conduct cross-ministerial reviews of inbound deals, expanding scrutiny to protect critical technology and data.

Structural Regulation

Firms Increasingly Plan Expansion in APAC, but Selectively, ASIFMA Finds

By Manesh Samtani | 30/06/2026

New report finds two-thirds of firms plan to expand in APAC, prioritising markets with regulatory clarity and established infrastructure.

Market Abuse

Japan SESC Seeks Insider Trading Fine for Ex-Goldman Employee

By Editors | 30/06/2026

The SESC has proposed a JPY 19 million penalty related to trades in Nippo Corp shares ahead of a 2021 tender offer.

Cybersecurity

Google Grants Japan's Megabanks Access to Advanced Cyber AI

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/06/2026

The move is part of a broader government push to bolster the financial sector's defences against cyberattacks using cutting-edge AI.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Japan Blueprint Urges BOJ to Support Private Demand - Report

By Editors | 29/06/2026

A draft of Japan's long-term economic blueprint calls on the central bank to keep borrowing costs low to support growth.