SBI VC Trade to acquire DMM Bitcoin assets after the $320M BTC hack fallout

In a significant shakeup within Japan’s cryptocurrency landscape, DMM Bitcoin, once a burgeoning crypto exchange, has announced its closure following a devastating security breach. Back in May 2024, DMM Bitcoin suffered what has been termed as one of Japan’s largest crypto leaks, with hackers making off with over 4,500 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $320 million […] дальше »

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Japan holds back as Thailand charges ahead in Bitcoin adoption

Two prominent Asian nations—Japan and Thailand—are taking distinctly different approaches to Bitcoin as the top crypto gains traction globally. Local media outlets from these countries have shown that Japan is adopting a reserved stance, while Thailand is exploring innovative use cases for Bitcoin. дальше »

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Japanese government says no to Bitcoin reserve

The government of Japan has officially responded to Senator Hamada, stating that it has no intention of adopting Bitcoin as part of its foreign exchange reserves due to a lack of understanding and concerns about volatility. дальше »

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Japan PM not ready to talk about Bitcoin national reserve: Report

The Japanese prime minister said it is “difficult for the government to express its views” on implementing a Bitcoin strategic reserve. дальше »

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Gate Group Announces Acquisition of Coin Master Co., Ltd., Officially Entering the Japanese Market

According to an announcement by a cryptocurrency exchange platform, Gate. io, and the Financial Services Agency of Japan (FSA) today, Gate Group has successfully acquired all issued shares of Coin MastThe post Gate Group Announces Acquisition of Coin Master Co. дальше »

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Daiwa Securities CEO pushes for Japan crypto ETF approval amidst slumping China profits

CEO of Daiwa Securities believes Japan should allow for crypto exchange-traded funds to enter the local market. Daiwa is one of the many companies pushing for Japan to approve crypto ETFs. According to a Bloomberg report published on Dec. 24,… дальше »

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FBI reveals North Korea used LinkedIn to steal $305 million from Japan’s DMM Bitcoin

The FBI, Japan’s National Police Agency, and the Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center have confirmed that North Korean-linked hackers orchestrated the May 2024 $305 million breach of the Japanese crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin. дальше »

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FBI, Japan expose North Korea’s $305M DMM exchange hack details

The FBI has unveiled details of a $305M Bitcoin heist by North Korea-affiliated hackers using social engineering techniques.

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Bank of Japan keeps interest rates unchanged for third straight meeting

The BoJ's cautious stance amid global uncertainties may delay economic adjustments, impacting Japan's inflation control and growth strategies. The post Bank of Japan keeps interest rates unchanged for third straight meeting appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Animoca Brands Japan backs blockchain gaming platform Oasys

Oasys, a game-optimized blockchain platform with key partnerships including Ubisoft and Yield Guild Games, has secured another major collaboration through a deal with Animoca Brands Japan. The gaming-focused blockchain announced on Dec. дальше »

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Japan's MicroStrategy to Issue 4.5 Billion Yen Bonds to Buy Bitcoin

Metaplanet will buy Bitcoin again with funds from issued bonds дальше »

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National Bitcoin Reserve Initiative: MP Satoshi Hamada Urges Japan To Take Action

In a notable development for the cryptocurrency landscape, Japanese Member of Parliament Satoshi Hamada has urged his government to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, aligning Japan with a growing global trend where nations like the United States are exploring similar initiatives. дальше »

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Japan Lawmakers Calls for Adoption of Bitcoin Reserves and DOGE Policy Innovation

Japanese lawmaker Satoshi Yamada has formally questioned the government on converting part of the country’s foreign reserves into cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The post Japan Lawmakers Calls for Adoption of Bitcoin Reserves and DOGE Policy Innovation appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Blockchain provider Fireblocks sets up office in Japan to support institutional adoption

As Japan signals its plans to become a leader in institutional blockchain adoption, Fireblocks opens a regional office in Tokyo to support the country’s expanding ecosystem. Crypto custody and blockchain infrastructure provider Fireblocks has opened a new office in Tokyo… дальше »

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Tokyo-listed Remixpoint boosts Bitcoin reserves with $1.4m purchase

Remixpoint’s latest Bitcoin purchase of $1.38 million boosts its total crypto holdings to a market value of $34.3 million, reflecting a profit of nearly $6.72 million. Japan‘s energy and automotive business consulting company Remixpoint has acquired an additional Bitcoin (BTC)… дальше »

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How high can Jasmy price rise by December 31?

JasmyCoin price went parabolic this week, reaching its highest level since 2022 as Bitcoin rallied and after starting a partnership with IoTeX. JasmyCoin (JASMY), popularly known as Japan’s Bitcoin (BTC), was trading at $0.052, up by 1,000% from its lowest… дальше »

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Jasmy price prediction: 2 reasons why ‘Japan’s Bitcoin’ surged

JasmyCoin price went parabolic this week as investors piled into Bitcoin alternatives after the biggest coin in the industry blasted past the $100k mark. Jasmy, often named the Japan’s Bitcoin, soared to a high of $0. дальше »

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$300M Bitcoin Hack Forces Japanese Crypto Exchange to Cease Operations—Details

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin announced its decision to shut down operations following a severe security breach in May that resulted in more than $300 million in losses. The latest report states that the exchange has agreed to transfer its assets to SBI VC Trade, the crypto division of Japan’s financial conglomerate SBI Group. Related […] дальше »

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Japan’s Metaplanet to reward shareholders with Bitcoin for holding stock

Metaplanet is set to distribute Bitcoin to shareholders through a lottery system, aimed at incentivizing participation in its new initiative with SBI VC Trade. Tokyo-listed firm Metaplanet has unveiled a new shareholder benefit program, offering Bitcoin (BTC) rewards through a… дальше »

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SBI VC trade to acquire Japan’s DMM Bitcoin following May hack

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin is reportedly ceasing all efforts to relaunch the hacked trading platform despite initiating recovery plans. According to a Nikkei Asia report, the exchange will shut down operations and sell all assets to SBI Group-owned trading… дальше »

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Japan crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin is set to liquidate

DMM Bitcoin, which suffered a private key hack in May that caused a loss of $320 million in Bitcoin, is ceasing efforts to revamp operations. дальше »

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Boyaa Interactive becomes Asia’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder

Boyaa Interactive, a Chinese gaming giant, has become the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin in Asia, overtaking Japan’s Metaplanet. This follows Hong Kong-listed Boyaa Interactive’s move to convert $49. дальше »

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XRP Outperforms Crypto Majors as Japan Yen Strength Signals Bitcoin Trouble

Yen breached the key 150 level against dollars early Friday, a move that has previously catalyzed the unwinding of carry trades. дальше »

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Japan’s Remixpoint to invest $3.2M in Bitcoin amid growing adoption frenzy

Remixpoint will complete the Bitcoin acquisition by the end of the year. дальше »

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Japan’s Remixpoint adds $3.2m in BTC to its crypto holdings

Remixpoint, a Japanese energy and automotive firm, jumps on the recent Bitcoin surge by adding $3.2 million worth of BTC to its crypto holdings. In a recent company notice, Remixpoint declared that it has purchased 500 million yen (around $3.2… дальше »

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12 crypto startups in Japan to know in 2024

Japan's thriving blockchain sector showcases balanced inventiveness and regulation, fostering the growth of startups like PassPay and Emurgo while driving global adoption. #partnercontent дальше »

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Is Japan's Nikkei 225 Still a Bargain?

Japanese government bond yields are less than half the earnings yields of the Nikkei 225, suggesting Japanese stocks could be a bargain relative to domestic bonds. дальше »

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Illicit crypto inflows from Japanese exchanges plummet in 2024, Chainalysis reveals

Japan witnessed a significant decline in crypto-related scams during the first half of 2024, according to data from Chainalysis. Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) inflows to clusters identified as scams dropped by 69% and nearly 50%, respectively, compared to the same period in 2023. дальше »

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Phishing scams exploit Japan’s digital currencies as fraud cases rise: report

Digital currencies issued by local governments in Japan are increasingly being exploited by phishing scams, with fraudsters taking advantage of reward programs. A series of fraud cases has exposed vulnerabilities in digital currencies issued by Japanese municipalities, prompting calls for… дальше »

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Japan PM vows to include tax cuts for crypto in stimulus package

Japan Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba promises to include discussions of tax cut proposals from the opposition party in his economic stimulus package, involving tax cuts for gasoline and crypto assets. дальше »

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BIT Mining settles with SEC for $4m amid bribery allegations in Japan

Crypto mining firm BIT Mining has agreed to pay a $4 million civil penalty after the SEC charged it with violating the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has charged crypto mining firm BIT Mining, formerly… дальше »

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Japan’s DMM Crypto shuts down Seamoon Protocol amid challenges

Just a few months ago, it was thinking about issuing a stablecoin. Now, it's unsustainable. 

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Metaplanet to buy additional $11.7 million Bitcoin

Metaplanet to raise ¥1. 75 billion (over $11. 7) in bonds to buy Bitcoin (BTC). The publicly-listed Japanese company has also unveiled a shareholder benefits program. Metaplanet, a publicly-traded company listed in Japan, has announced plans to buy more Bitcoin (BTC) to add to its growing haul. дальше »

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Japan's MicroStrategy Announces More Imminent Purchases

Metaplanet raising more debt to buy Bitcoin дальше »

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Coincheck Makes History As 1st Japanese Crypto Exchange To Debut On Nasdaq

Coincheck, a company headquartered in Tokyo, is expected to become the first cryptocurrency exchange in Japan to list its shares on a US stock exchange. Related Reading: Dogecoin Explodes 113% After Trump Announced Key Admin Role For Elon Musk The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Coincheck’s listing on the Nasdaq, which is […] дальше »

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Binance Unleashes Free Trading for XRP, DOGE, ADA in Japan

World's largest exchange gives major boost to XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE) and Cardano in Japan with new initiative дальше »

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OSL Group makes strategic entry into Japan with CoinBest acquisition

OSL Group Limited announced that its Japanese subsidiary, OSL Investment (Japan) Limited, has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire an 81. 38% stake in local crypto exchange CoinBest K. K. , according to a Nov. дальше »

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Hong Kong’s OSL Group acquires Japanese crypto exchange CoinBest

OSL Group has signed an agreement to acquire over 80% of Japan’s FSA-licensed crypto exchange CoinBest, marking its entry into the Japanese crypto market. Hong Kong‘s licensed crypto operator OSL Group has announced plans to acquire an 81.38% stake in… дальше »

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Mawari Announces Node Sale to Bring Immersive Content to the World

Tokyo, Japan, 31st October 2024, Chainwire

The post Mawari Announces Node Sale to Bring Immersive Content to the World appeared first on CoinJournal.

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PEPE becomes first meme coin to officially enter Japan’s market

Pepe has become the first meme coin to be officially listed on a Japanese cryptocurrency exchange. According to a report by CoinDesk Japan, BITPoint Japan, a centralized crypto exchange launched in 2016 and licensed by the country’s Financial Services Agency,… дальше »

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Ghost in the Shell NFTs: Iconic Anime Enters the Blockchain World

Explore the new Ghost in the Shell NFT collection by Animoca Brands Japan, launching Oct 31. Own a digital piece of anime history with this unique blockchain release. The post Ghost in the Shell NFTs: Iconic Anime Enters the Blockchain World appeared first on NFT News Today. дальше »

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Popular anime franchise Ghost in the Shell will be launched as NFT collection on Oct. 31

Animoca Brands Japan is set to launch a non-fungible token collection inspired by the popular Japanese cyberpunk franchise, Ghost in the Shell. The tokens will be launched on the Ethereum network starting Oct. 31. According to an Oct. 25 press… дальше »

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Metaplanet’s Bitcoin total holdings surpass 1k with latest $10.4m purchase

Tokyo-listed Metaplanet has increased its crypto holdings to over 1,000 BTC, continuing its recent spree of Bitcoin acquisitions. Japan‘s early-stage investment firm Metaplanet has raised its Bitcoin (BTC) holdings to over 1,000 BTC (approximately $67.8 million) following a recent purchase.… дальше »

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Japan’s financial group pushes for Bitcoin and Ether for crypto ETFs

Japanese financial leaders propose crypto ETFs focused on Bitcoin and Ether. The post Japan’s financial group pushes for Bitcoin and Ether for crypto ETFs appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Fresh from the Trading Room: from polls to portfolios

With elections looming in Japan and the U.S., what impact will these events have on global equity markets? We explore an effective hedging approach. дальше »

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Japan Could See Tax Cuts On Crypto, Here Are 3 Top Cryptos To Consider As The World Continues To Welcome Cryptocurrency

Leader of Japan’s Democratic Party has promised a flat rate tax cut on crypto earnings if he is elected, highlighting the ever-growing mainstream integration and adoption of crypto. If the politician gets into power, Yuichiro Tamaki has pledged to reduce crypto taxes to 20%, matching the stock market. дальше »

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs remain off Japan’s agenda, says major Asian asset manager

Japan’s regulators remain cautious on spot crypto ETFs despite a global shift towards approval, according to Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Asset Management. Japan‘s regulators maintain a cautious stance on spot crypto exchange-traded funds, diverging from the more progressive approaches seen in… дальше »

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Japan’s DPP Leader Pledges Crypto Tax Cuts and Regulatory Reforms in Election Bid

The leader of Japan's Democratic Party for the People (DPP) pledges to update digital asset taxes if elected дальше »

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Japan’s Web3 transformation: How Monex Group is powering the nation’s crypto ecosystem

Japan’s government actively promotes Web3 as a national policy, creating a favorable environment for conducting Web3 businesses there. In an exclusive interview with CryptoSlate, Tsukada from Monex Group explains that this includes “tax reforms for handling digital assets, accounting preparations, the legal positioning of DAOs, recommendations for local governments to enter Web3 and adopt the […] The post Japan’s Web3 transformation: How Monex Group is powering the nation’s crypto ecosystem appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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As Japan Election Looms, Political Parties Emphasize Need to Reform Crypto Tax Regulations

Japan’s Democratic Party for the People is trying to attract crypto-conscious voters with tax system reforms. But it’s not alone. дальше »

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