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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.
Capital / Liquidity
Investors Sue MUFG Unit Over Credit Suisse AT1 Losses
By Editors | 01/09/2023
The plaintiffs say Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities sold them the AT1 bonds without providing sufficient explanations and in violation of suitability rules.
Market Infrastructure
Japan Cyber Agency Hit by State-Sponsored Hack – Report
By Editors | 29/08/2023
THe breach initially occurred in October last year. NISC did not spot the problem until June this year and then disclosed it on 4 August.
Capital / Liquidity
Tokyo Bourse Approves Japan’s First Active ETF Listings
By Editors | 22/08/2023
Two active ETFs, both managed by Nomura Asset Management, will list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on 7 September.
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