Metaverse
Japan follows up on metaverse investment plans
Japan said it would expand investments in the metaverse in 2022. Today, 10 Japanese firms joined forces to create the metaverse economic zone.
Zeynep Geylan 1 min read
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FTX Japan to resume withdrawals on Feb. 21
FTX Japan said it would announce the resumption of its services soon, according to a Feb. 20 press statement.
CBDCs
Japan to launch CBDC pilot program for issuance of digital Yen
The pilot program aims to test the technical feasibility not fully covered by the PoCs and onboard the private sector.
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Payments
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Bankruptcy
FTX creditors include Google, Meta, Circle, Genesis, govt. agencies
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Exchanges
Coinbase to halt operation in Japan
The exchange said leaving Japan is part of its restructuring process that will help it weather the bear market.
Regulation
Japan urges other countries to regulate crypto companies like banks
A top official says the U.S. and Europe should closely supervise crypto firms.
Exchanges
Monex Group shows interest in buying FTX Japan
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Bear Market
Coinbase to wind down Japanese operations amid global staff cuts
The full closure will come after Coinbase finalizes discussions with Japanese regulators.
