Japan Proposes Cryptocurrency Classification as Financial Instruments
The Japanese government has endorsed a legislative amendment aimed at categorizing cryptocurrencies as financial products, signaling a significant regulatory shift. By bringing crypto assets under the purview of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, the same framework that governs stocks and securities, Japan is poised to enhance oversight of the cryptocurrency sector. This development, rep…
April 10, 2026, 8:58 a.m.