Japan

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.

Fintech / Regtech

Korea Launches AI Privacy Council to Govern 'Agentic' Technologies

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/02/2026

New public-private body will develop data processing standards and risk models for AI that acts autonomously, moving beyond existing frameworks.

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.

Enforcement

Korea to Grant Investigative Powers to FSS, with Oversight by FSC

By Manesh Samtani | 06/02/2026

The FSS will gain the right to initiate investigations into market abuse, but under the supervision of the FSC to address concerns over potential overreach.

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.