Since the start of March, the yen has strengthened its position by 1% against the US dollar. This reportedly makes foreign acquisitions in sectors such as finance and technology more affordable. Reuters cited Ashurst partner Natsuko Ogawa, who commented: An increase in interest rates in Japan may be positive for the yen ... and make…
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The US-based crypto exchange said it has enough funds to ensure all clients can withdraw their assets in that period. Clients will be offered the option to transfer their crypto funds to a third-party wallet or convert them to Japanese yen. Kraken initially launched services in Japan in 2014 and pulled out in 2018. The…
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Takeshi Chino, general manager of Binance Japan, said: The Japanese market will play a key role in the future of cryptocurrency adoption. As one of the world’s leading economies with a highly-developed tech ecosystem, it’s already poised for strong blockchain uptake. We will actively work with regulators to develop our combined exchange in a compliant…
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Citadel said that once it has been granted membership in the Japan Securities Dealers Association, its operations are anticipated to begin under the supervision of Japan's Financial Services Agency. Japan has a highly sophisticated, large and dynamic investor base, and we are excited to strengthen our presence in the country as we continue to expand…
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In 2020 BMO, which has total assets of $1.04 trillion, opened up the possibility of obtaining a securities license in Japan by establishing a Tokyo Representative office. Rob Yeung, Country Head of International & Head of Global Equities and Financing Solutions at BMO Capital Markets, said the firm is "excited" about its growth potential in…
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This acquisition helps Plus500 to strengthen its strategic position and diversify its geographic footprint through an immediate presence in the substantial retail trading market in Japan. The Group noted in the official announcement that its going to apply its financial and technological strength to scale and develop the business over time. David Zruia, Chief Executive…
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Kuroda went on to differentiate Bitcoin from stable coins which are known to have their value backed up by assets. Stable coins are also obliged to meet regulatory governance codes and legal standards, meaning that the Governor is under the impression that they could well become a suitable trading alternative in the near future. Volatility…
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Kraken made its exit from the Japan market in 2018 so that it can refocus its resources on other markets that were growing exponentially at that time. The crypto exchange has been preparing for re-entering Japan for two years. In that period, the company established a Tokyo-based subsidiary, Payward Asia and built internal governance and…
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The FIEA also included one other important change that would impact BitMex. The sale and use of crypto derivatives, currently 80% of trading activity in Japan and the primary product offering of BitMex, would suddenly fall within the purview of the FIEA. Up to now, the Wild-West atmosphere promoted by crypto option providers has existed…
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During the 2008 global financial crisis, caused by the implosion of US housing market, Japan released packages for over ¥15 trillion to combat the financial crisis. Liberal Democratic Party policy chief Fumio Kishida said: We need more drastic measures. Policy chief at Komeito, the LDP’s coalition partner, Noritoshi Ishida suggested granting fixed amount without setting…
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