Japan’s Cabinet approved a landmark amendment to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act on April 10, 2026, reclassifying cryptocurrency as a financial instrument on par with stocks and bonds. The bill, advanced by the Financial Services Agency after more than…
Japan Passes Bill Reclassifying Crypto as Financial Instruments: 20% Tax, Insider Trading Ban, 2027 Timeline
CN CryptoNewsBytes Editorial Team Our editorial team covers global crypto regulation and digital asset markets. Sources include Japan’s FSA announcements, CryptoTimes, Yahoo Finance, The Block, and AInvest. Published April 10, 2026. Key Facts Japan’s cabinet approved the bill on April…
Japan sets 20% crypto tax so will this change investing?
Japan is entering a new phase in its approach to digital assets. The Financial Services Agency has shared a plan to treat key coins more like other investment products. Under this plan, crypto would sit under the same legal roof…
Japan Crypto Rules May Bring Tax Cuts and New ETF
Japan is taking significant steps toward the reassessment of its cryptocurrency regulations, a move that could lead to substantial changes in the country’s financial and digital asset landscape. With an evolving financial sector and a growing interest in digital tokens,…
Japan Integrates Digital Assets into Investment Framework with New Legislation
On February 16, Japan’s administration, led by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, took a bold step towards integrating digital assets into the country’s investment framework. The Cabinet’s approval of a bill aiming to amend the Industrial Competitiveness Enhancement Act signifies Japan’s…
Rising Crypto Tax Violations in Japan: Findings, Factors, and Calls for Reform
In a recent announcement, the Japanese National Tax Agency (NTA) disclosed that it has intensified its efforts to investigate and address tax violations related to cryptocurrencies. The NTA’s annual report on tax investigations revealed a surge in the number of…
DCJPY: The Japanese Yen-Backed Digital Currency Set to Launch in July 2024
In a groundbreaking move set to reshape the financial landscape, a new digital currency is poised to make its debut in July 2024. The Japanese yen-backed digital currency, known as DCJPY, is expected to bring forth a wave of innovation…
Hokkokubank Launches Local Digital Currency in Japan, Stablecoin Coming Soon
In a groundbreaking move that is set to revolutionize Japan’s financial landscape, Hokkokubank, in partnership with Kono Shinkin Bank, has launched a local digital currency initiative. This innovative project aims to empower local communities and businesses by leveraging blockchain technology…
Japan is Set to Lead Web3 Industry As Prime Minister Makes New Promises
Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, is working consistently to put the Asian country at the forefront of Web3 technology. On the other hand, his recent promises show the government’s commitment to grow a Web3 hub. Recently, the Prime Minister attended…
FTX-Owned Crypto Exchange Liquid Suspends Trading Due to Bankruptcy Proceedings
Liquid Global, a cryptocurrency exchange with headquarters in Japan that was formerly owned by the bankrupt exchange FTX, stopped all trading after being “instructed” to do so by the bankruptcy attorney’s office. Trading Stopped Indefinitely A tweet from Liquid Global’s…
$285 Million Gone in 12 Minutes: How the Solana DeFi Hack on Drift Protocol Actually Happened
On April 1, 2026, Solana’s largest DeFi perpetuals exchange, Drift Protocol, lost $285 million in 12 minutes. The team posted on X to confirm it was real, not an April Fool’s joke. By the time most users saw the warning,…
Vitalik Buterin Unveils Kohaku: The Game-Changing Privacy Framework Revolutionizing Ethereum Wallets in 2025-2026
Buenos Aires, Argentina – In a highly anticipated keynote at Ethereum Cypherpunk Congress 2 on November 16, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin introduced Kohaku, a bold new privacy framework designed to make private transactions the default experience for Ethereum wallet users.…
