Japan

Sustainable Finance

BOJ Survey: Japan's ESG Market Eases as Firms Seek Policy Support

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/06/2026

BOJ survey shows a decline in new ESG bond issuance and highlights calls for government incentives for transition finance and challenges in implementing new disclosure rules.

Reporting & Disclosures

Tokyo Exchange to Tackle Disclosure Gaps, Growth Market Challenges

By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2026

The TSE plans new surveys and support initiatives following a review of its 2022 market reforms, targeting non-disclosing firms and struggling startups.

Cybersecurity

Anthropic Extends Access to Powerful AI Cyber Tool in APAC

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/06/2026

US AI firm Anthropic is giving select organisations in Australia, India, Japan and other APAC nations access to its powerful cyber-defence model.

Market Risk

BOJ Faces Calls to Slow Bond Taper Amid Rising Yields

By Mark Johnston | 03/06/2026

A summary of investor opinions and recent market volatility are increasing pressure on BOJ to consider a more gradual approach to quantitative tightening.

Stablecoins

Japan’s Ruling Party Proposes Rules for Crypto ETFs, Yen Stablecoins

By Mark Johnston | 02/06/2026

A policy panel has urged the government to create a legal framework for crypto ETFs and promote yen-denominated stablecoins for payments.

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan to Overhaul Corporate Disclosure Rules to Cut Overlap

By Editors | 02/06/2026

The move aims to reduce the reporting burden on listed companies by streamlining securities reports and business reports from the fiscal year 2027.

Payments & Settlements

BOJ Official Details 'Dual Approach' to Payment System Evolution

By Manesh Samtani | 02/06/2026

Senior BOJ official outlined plans for a new private-sector real-time payment system and a "dual approach" to modernising Japan's financial infrastructure.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Prudential Japan Faces JPY 5.5bn Compensation Bill Amid Misconduct Probe

By Editors | 02/06/2026

Financial losses are mounting as the insurer sets aside billions for client restitution, prompting an extended sales halt and deeper regulatory scrutiny.

Cybersecurity

Japan Megabanks to Use OpenAI Model for Cyber Defence

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/06/2026

Japan's largest banks will get early access to a new AI model to find system vulnerabilities, following government-level talks on national security.