Japan Proposes Classification of Cryptocurrencies as Financial Instruments
The Japanese cabinet has endorsed a proposed amendment to categorize cryptocurrencies as financial products, signaling a significant change in the country's regulatory approach. By placing crypto assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, the same framework governing stocks and other securities, Japan aims to enhance oversight. If approved during the current parliamentary session, t…
April 10, 2026, 8:58 a.m.