Japan

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan's Nomura, Daiwa Partner with Megabanks on Stablecoin Trading Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/02/2026

The project will allow investors to use stablecoins for 24-hour, real-time settlement of stocks, bonds, and investment trusts.

Securities / Derivatives

Asia Weighs Trade-Off Between FX Market Openness and Stability

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 12/02/2026

Indonesia’s equity shock underscores the dangers of liberalising FX markets without careful structural reform.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Proposes Major Cybersecurity Overhaul for Crypto Exchanges

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/02/2026

FSA outlines a three-pronged plan of firm-level duties, industry collaboration, and public support to combat sophisticated cyber threats.

Securities / Derivatives

Tokyo and Frankfurt to Collaborate on Green Finance, AI Compliance Tech

By Editors | 10/02/2026

The two financial hubs have signed an agreement to bolster cooperation on financing the green transition and developing new AI-driven compliance solutions.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan to Link Spot and Futures Electricity Trading Markets

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/02/2026

The service, entering its second phase in August 2026, aims to simplify transactions and encourage hedge accounting for electricity futures.

Securities / Derivatives

Osaka Exchange Selects Technology for Derivatives Platform Overhaul

By Editors | 05/02/2026

The new J-GATE4.0 system, set for 2028, will use Nasdaq trading and surveillance technology to boost market integrity.

Fintech / Regtech

BOJ and Private Sector Engage in Talks on Digital Yen Design

By Editors | 04/02/2026

A new committee has begun tackling practical issues like interoperability and costs, as the BOJ continues its CBDC pilot programme.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan Proposes Rules for Handling Foreign-Issued Stablecoins

By Manesh Samtani | 04/02/2026

The proposals would bring certain foreign trust-based stablecoins into Japan's regulatory framework, imposing strict equivalence and due diligence rules on local handlers.

Fintech / Regtech

India’s UPI Set for Debut in Japan to Facilitate Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/01/2026

UPI will be trialled in Japan in 2026, allowing Indian tourists to make seamless digital payments at local merchants via familiar apps.