Japanese Government Proposes Cryptocurrency Regulation as Financial Assets
The Japanese cabinet has endorsed a proposed amendment to categorize cryptocurrencies as financial assets, marking a significant change in the nation's regulatory approach to the sector. By bringing cryptocurrency assets under the purview of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, which currently governs stocks and other securities, the government seeks to enhance oversight. According to repo…
April 10, 2026, 8:58 a.m.