Japan Proposes Cryptocurrency Classification as Financial Products
Japan's cabinet has endorsed a proposed amendment to categorize cryptocurrencies as financial products, signaling a significant shift in the country's regulatory approach to the sector. By bringing cryptocurrency assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, the same framework that governs stocks and other securities, Japan aims to enhance oversight. This move, reported by Nikkei, coul…
April 10, 2026, 8:58 a.m.