Financial Services Agency

    KYC & CDD

    Japan 's Nippon Life Uncovers Data Misuse as Regulator Intensifies Scrutiny of Insurers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

    An internal review found staff seconded to banks accessed confidential sales information without authorisation, prompting the insurer to take disciplinary action.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    Japan Proposes Rule Change to Widen CCP Scope for Investment Trusts

    By Editors | 17/09/2025

    The FSA has opened a consultation on a proposal to allow central counterparties to clear a broader range of funds, including active ETFs.

    Trading & Investment

    Japan’s FSA Pushes Regional Banks Beyond Loans

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/09/2025

    The FSA is calling on regional banks to go beyond traditional lending by helping local businesses raise equity, advising on funding strategies and facilitating deals.

    Cryptocurrency

    Japan FSA Formally Proposes to Regulate Crypto Under Securities Law

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/09/2025

    The FSA is seeking to move digital assets from payments rules to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, citing investor protection needs.

    Tokenisation

    Japan Post Bank to Launch Tokenised Deposits for 120M Accounts

    By Editors | 02/09/2025

    The financial giant will use the DCJPY network starting in fiscal 2026, enabling instant settlement for blockchain-based securities.

    Trading & Investment

    FSA Japan Proposes Expanding NISA to Minors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/08/2025

    Japan’s financial regulator plans to lower the age threshold for tax-free stock investment accounts and broaden eligible products.

    Stablecoins

    Draft Virtual Asset Law Awaiting Review in Taiwan Legislative Body

    By Editors | 28/08/2025

    The draft law will establish binding requirements for digital-asset operators and stablecoin issuers. One bank is exploring TWD stablecoin issuance.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Japan FSA Holds Inaugural Meeting of Disclosure Working Group

    By Editors | 27/08/2025

    The working group discussed the proposal to phase in ISSB-based reporting requirements, along with safe harbour rules and changes to the small-offer regime.

    Stablecoins

    Japan's Monex Group Considers Issuing Yen-Backed Stablecoin

    By Editors | 27/08/2025

    Monex Group, which owns the crypto exchange Coincheck, is exploring issuing a yen stablecoin targeting use cases in corporate payments and international remittances.

    Stablecoins

    SBI and Ripple Sign MOU to Launch Stablecoin in Japan

    By Editors | 25/08/2025

    The partnership will see SBI VC Trade, a licensed Electronic Payment Instruments Exchange Service Provider, introduce RLUSD in Japan.

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