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How Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan Are Approaching Crypto Regulation
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How Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan Are Approaching Crypto Regulation
Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong are known for having better legal clarity around digital assets compared to the U.S., but these jurisdictions also have some of the toughest rul...
How Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan Are Approaching Crypto Regulation
By CoinDesk Staff
Dec 15, 2023 at 3:31 p.m. UTC
Dec 15, 2023
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Osaka Digital Exchange to Start Security Token Trading Platform
The platform, named Start, will begin operation on Dec. 25 with a $20 million real-estate securities issuance.
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By Sandali Handagama
Nov 20, 2023 at 11:21 a.m. UTC
Nov 20, 2023
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Singapore, Japan, U.K., Swiss Regulators Plan Asset Tokenization Pilots
Project Guardian seeks to advance digital asset tokenization pilots for fixed income, foreign exchange and asset management products.
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By Sandali Handagama
Oct 30, 2023 at 10:43 a.m. UTC
Oct 30, 2023
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Japan's Stablecoin Plans; Hong Kong's Crypto Stance
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Japan's Stablecoin Plans; Hong Kong's Crypto Stance
Japan is looking into launching its first stablecoins, while some market watchers are getting concerned that Hong Kong is getting cold feet over its friendliness toward crypto...
Japan's Stablecoin Plans; Hong Kong's Crypto Stance
By CoinDesk Staff
Sep 28, 2023 at 2:44 p.m. UTC
Sep 28, 2023
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Why Binance and Banking Giant MUFG Want to Issue Stablecoins in Japan
Binance Japan and Mitsubishi UFJ bank want to help with the country's Web3 ambitions by issuing stablecoins.
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By Sandali Handagama
Sep 26, 2023 at 3:58 p.m. UTC
Sep 26, 2023
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A Rant | The Labyrinth of Digital Feudalism’s Grip and the Quest for Intentionality
We're talking Monopolies shaping our digital world and why we might want to steer toward intentional empowerment in this age.
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By Michael J. CaseySheila Warren
Aug 23, 2023 at 7:16 p.m. UTC
Aug 23, 2023
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What in the World Is Going on With Crypto Regulation?
In years past, regulatory clarity has fueled crypto bull markets. While global strides in clear crypto regulations are evident, particularly in Hong Kong, EU and UK, the US la...
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By Sarah MortonDavid Lawant
Aug 10, 2023 at 3:45 p.m. UTC
Aug 10, 2023
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A Closer Look at the Bank of Japan's Digital Yen Approach
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A Closer Look at the Bank of Japan's Digital Yen Approach
Central bank digital currencies are becoming increasingly controversial, with several U.S. presidential candidates taking strong stances against them. Meanwhile, the Atlantic...
A Closer Look at the Bank of Japan's Digital Yen Approach
By CoinDesk Staff
Aug 3, 2023 at 3:27 p.m. UTC
Aug 3, 2023
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Binance Japan users can access spot trading, earn products, and an NFT marketplace. (CoinDesk)
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Binance Japan Starts Onboarding Users
Two years earlier, the exchange was warned by Japanese regulators that it was operating in the country without permission.
Binance Japan users can access spot trading, earn products, and an NFT marketplace. (CoinDesk)
By Lavender Au
Aug 1, 2023 at 10:02 a.m. UTC
Aug 1, 2023
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Binance to Reenter Japan in August 2 Years After Regulator's Warning
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Binance to Reenter Japan in August 2 Years After Regulator's Warning
Binance plans to introduce its full service in Japan in August, CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao said Tuesday. This comes as the largest crypto exchange by trading volume has withdrawn...
Binance to Reenter Japan in August 2 Years After Regulator's Warning
By CoinDesk Staff
Jul 26, 2023 at 7:37 p.m. UTC
Jul 26, 2023
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