JAPAN

Highlights: Ripple and Web3 Salon have united to boost blockchain and crypto adoption in Japan. Startups will benefit from Ripple’s grants, valued at approximately $200,000 each for the beneficiaries. Web3 Salon will offer supportive programs, including mentorship and workshop sessions. […]

Highlights: Metaplanet plans to buy 210,000 Bitcoin by 2027 using $5.4 billion raised through warrant-linked funding. Bitcoin ETFs are not available in Japan, so Metaplanet stock has become a popular choice for crypto exposure. Metaplanet’s total Bitcoin holdings have a […]

Highlights: According to an X post, Metaplanet’s latest bond issuance resulted in a $50 million fundraising. The company plans to use all the funds to expand its BTC portfolio, bringing it closer to its long-term target. At BTC’s current price, […]

Highlights: The Japanese firm has approved a new $7 million Bitcoin purchase after a board resolution. The company reported a ¥593 million loss due to falling crypto value but will continue with its Bitcoin adoption strategy. The new investment will […]

Highlights: Metaplanet purchased 1,004 BTC, increasing its total holdings to 7,800 BTC valued at about $800 million. Stock jumped 12.6% after the latest BTC purchase, hitting a three-month high.  The company’s Q1 revenue hit $6 million, with 88% from BTC […]

Highlights: Mercari now allows its users to buy XRP using Mercari points or their account balance. Most of the users are trading crypto for the first time through the platform. Mercoin plans to launch XRP events to familiarize the coin […]

Highlights: Japan’s FSA proposes two crypto asset categories to improve oversight and tailor regulations. Business crypto assets will face stricter disclosure, while Bitcoin and Ethereum fall under non-business crypto assets. A new legal framework is expected by 2026, aligning crypto […]

Highlights: Enish has revealed plans to invest ¥100 million in Bitcoin. The game developer said it intends to diversify its assets by buying BTC. The purchase will also aid Enish in boosting its Web3 business operations. Tokyo exchange-listed Japanese gaming […]

Highlights: Metaplanet buys 160 more BTC, bringing total holdings to 4,206 BTC. Metaplanet issues bonds and uses options to fund Bitcoin purchases, expanding its holdings. Eric Trump praises Bitcoin as a valuable store of value and hedge against real estate. […]

Highlights: Metaplanet bought 696 BTC for ¥10.152 billion, increasing its holdings to 4,046 BTC. The company ranks ninth among companies holding Bitcoin, surpassing Bitcoin Group and Semler. Metaplanet’s strategic Bitcoin moves drive stock recovery, with a 2% share increase. Metaplanet […]

Highlights: Japan plans to classify crypto as financial products and apply insider trading rules to digital assets. Crypto exchanges in Japan may need to keep client assets in domestic custody for better protection. The changes could impact global crypto firms […]

Highlights: Circle has announced its USDC stablecoin launch in Japan after receiving approval from the nation’s FSA. The stablecoin issuer will partner with SBI VC Trade, a branch of SBI Holdings, for the launch on March 26. Circle’s expansion in […]