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Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Publishes Final Working Group Report on Future of Crypto Regulation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/12/2025

The plans would bring crypto-assets under the securities law framework, introducing an insider trading ban and stricter rules for firms.

Japan Establishes ‘Study Group’ on Corporate Risk Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/12/2025

The move aims to foster a common understanding among stakeholders in response to rising geopolitical and natural disaster risks.

Capital / Liquidity

Japan to Tighten Oversight of Regional Banks that Receive Public Funds

By Manesh Samtani | 08/12/2025

New rules will mandate stricter screening for injections of public funds and offer greater incentives for consolidation in the regional banking sector.

Fintech / Regtech

Japan Regulators Alert Firms to Rise in Corporate Vishing Attacks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The alert details the methods used by fraudsters and provides specific recommendations for companies to prevent fraudulent fund transfers.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Backs Plan for 20% Crypto Tax, Aligning Rules With Securities

By Manesh Samtani | 03/12/2025

The proposal would cut the maximum tax rate from 55% and reclassify digital assets as financial products under existing law.

Enforcement

Japan Makes First Arrests in $4.6b Securities Hijacking Probe

By Mark Johnston | 02/12/2025

Authorities apprehend two suspects linked to a market manipulation scheme involving hijacked online accounts and record-breaking fraudulent trading volumes.

ESG / Sustainability

Japan FSA Proposes Amendments to Mandate Sustainability Reporting

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/11/2025

Japan’s FSA has proposed disclosure reforms, including mandatory sustainability reporting for major Prime Market companies and expanded requirements on human capital.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan Working Group Approves Draft Report on Future of Crypto Regulation

By Mark Johnston | 28/11/2025

The draft report outlines plans to combat insider trading, allow bank subsidiaries to invest in crypto, and reform Japan's IEO rules.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Japan to Mandate Crypto Exchange Reserves to Cover Hack Losses

By Manesh Samtani | 27/11/2025

The FSA plans 2026 legislation to ensure customer compensation following a series of high-profile security breaches in the sector.