JAPAN

Market Infrastructure

JSCC Allows MTFs and SEFs to Clear Swaps Without Take-up Process

By Editors | 21/09/2023

Tradeweb said the decision to replace the “time-consuming and redundant” take-up process will enable clients to benefit from fully automated workflows.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Plans to Allow Startups to Issue Digital Tokens – Report

By Editors | 18/09/2023

The change is applicable to funds raised from investment firms that are set up as Investment Limited Partnerships (LPS), a structure common among VC firms.

Crypto / Digital Assets

MUFG Tokenisation Platform Elevated to National Infrastructure in Japan

By Manesh Samtani | 13/09/2023

Progmat Inc will be jointly owned by JPX and seven other companies including the major Japanese banks, and work to advance the development of the country’s digital asset market.

Market Infrastructure

New Study Explores Feasibility of AXI, FXI Indices for Japan

By Manesh Samtani | 11/09/2023

The study assessed the feasibility of Japanese versions of the FXI and AXI indices, concluding that they can coexist with TONA and TORF.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan FSA Asks Government to Review Crypto Tax Policy

By Editors | 04/09/2023

The FSA is seeking a review of the existing requirement for companies to pay tax on unrealised crypto gains.

Capital / Liquidity

Japan to Inject Public Funds into Regional Bank

By Editors | 04/09/2023

Kirayaka Bank will become the first regional bank in Japan to receive public funds since 2014.

Market Infrastructure

Japan FSA Revises OTC Derivatives Reporting Requirements

By Manesh Samtani | 04/09/2023

The FSA is making changes to its guidelines to remove the “UPI” and “Delta” requirements from the 1 April 2024 go-live date.

Securities / Derivatives

English Disclosure Still Inadequate in Japan Market: Survey

By Editors | 04/09/2023

The TSE said it plans to initiate discussions on measures that would make English disclosures mandatory for Prime Market companies.

Sanctions

US, Korea, Japan Announce New DRPK Sanctions

By Editors | 01/09/2023

The three countries pledged to continue working together to counter North Korea’s destabilising activities, including weapons development and cyber attacks.