Japan

Stablecoins · 3 weeks ago Asian Regulators Urge Banks to Prepare for Upcoming Stablecoin Legislation Regulators across Asia are prompting banks to get ready for new stablecoin legislation, highlighting the region's evolving digital currency frameworks.

Macro · 3 weeks ago Japan and US Coordinate Yen Intervention Amid Currency Decline Challenges The US and Japan executed their first joint yen-buying intervention since 1998, aiming to stabilize the currency as it faces ongoing depreciation pressures.

Macro · 3 weeks ago Asian Markets Anticipate Fed Chair Warsh's Jackson Hole Speech Amid Inflation Concerns Asian equity markets saw gains as investors prepared for Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's address at the Jackson Hole symposium, focusing on inflation and monetary policy.

Macro · 3 weeks ago East Asia's Geopolitical Landscape Shifts Amid Reduced US Influence East Asia is experiencing a geopolitical shift as US influence wanes, with implications for regional stability and security dynamics, particularly concerning Taiwan.

Compliance · 4 weeks ago Japan's Financial Institutions to Explore Blockchain for Real-Time Securities Settlements Japan's Financial Services Agency and major banks are collaborating to implement blockchain technology for real-time stock and bond settlements by the early 2030s, aiming to enhance efficiency in the $7 trillion bond market.

Markets · 4 weeks ago Tungsten Supply Crisis Threatens AI Chip Production Amid Rising Demand The global tungsten supply is facing a critical shortage, impacting AI chip manufacturing as demand surges. Export restrictions from China and military needs exacerbate the situation.

Companies · 1 month ago Laser Digital Japan Secures Approval to Launch Institutional Crypto Services Laser Digital Japan, a subsidiary of Nomura, has received regulatory approval to operate as a Crypto Asset Exchange Service Provider, marking Japan's first new crypto exchange registration in four years.

Macro · 1 month ago Metaplanet to Gain Control of Super League with $134.6 Million Investment Metaplanet plans to acquire a controlling stake in Super League Enterprise through a significant investment, which could potentially unlock billions in funding, contingent on future financing.

Funding · 1 month ago Metaplanet's $135 Million Deal Involves 'King of Death Spiral Financing' Metaplanet is set to acquire Super League Enterprise for $135 million, involving Michael Lerch's Evo Fund, known for its controversial financing strategies.

Macro · 1 month ago US Deficit Reaches $1.8 Trillion, Impact on Bitcoin Price Anticipated The US federal deficit has soared to $1.8 trillion, raising concerns about its potential impact on Bitcoin prices as market analysts draw parallels to previous fiscal stimulus periods.

Markets · 1 month ago Strategy and Metaplanet Shift Focus to BTC Yield Amid Market Changes Strategy and Metaplanet, major public Bitcoin holders, are now prioritizing BTC Yield over spot price in their investment strategies, aiming for significant increases in their Bitcoin holdings by 2027.

Markets · 1 month ago Japan's GDP Growth Slows Amid Consumer Spending Decline and Middle East Tensions Japan's economy showed a significant slowdown in Q2 2026, with GDP growth dropping to 0.3% amid rising energy costs and a dip in consumer spending.

Markets · 1 month ago US Urges Allies to Choose Sides in Global AI Race Amid Rising Tensions The US is warning allied nations against joining China's AI initiatives, emphasizing a geopolitical divide in technology governance. This move aims to consolidate American leadership in AI and protect critical supply chains.

Macro · 1 month ago US Treasury Yields Surge Amidst Rising Deficit Concerns and Market Skepticism Long-term US Treasury yields have reached levels not seen since 2006, raising concerns about the implications for borrowing costs and fiscal management as the deficit looms large.

Macro · 1 month ago BlackRock's Rick Rieder Advocates for BOJ Rate Signals to Strengthen Yen Rick Rieder of BlackRock emphasizes the need for the Bank of Japan to provide clear signals of monetary tightening to stabilize the yen, rather than relying solely on currency interventions.

Macro · 1 month ago Goldman Sachs Highlights Japan's $1 Trillion Reserves Amid Yen Intervention Strategies Goldman Sachs reports that Japan possesses nearly $1 trillion in dollar reserves, potentially enabling further currency market interventions to stabilize the yen, which has recently weakened significantly.

Macro · 1 month ago Diplomatic Tensions Rise Over Control and Fees in the Strait of Hormuz A former diplomat's remarks challenge U.S. claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz, while Japan urges Iran to maintain free passage, impacting market perceptions.

Macro · 1 month ago US and Japan Coordinate Forex Intervention to Support Yen, Impacting China's Renminbi The US and Japan have executed a rare coordinated foreign exchange intervention to stabilize the yen, affecting the Chinese renminbi's value amid Beijing's considerations for currency appreciation.

Macro · 1 month ago Bank of Japan and US Diverge on Monetary Policy After Yen Intervention The Bank of Japan faces internal divisions and external pressure from the US regarding future monetary policy, following a significant currency intervention to stabilize the yen.

Markets · 1 month ago Bitget Enhances CFD Trading with Institutional-Grade Liquidity Solutions Bitget has launched Institutional-Grade Liquidity Solutions for its CFD trading, targeting professional traders and institutions with advanced liquidity and execution capabilities.