Japan

Anti-Money Laundering

Prince Group Executives Used Tokyo Luxury Real Estate - Reports

By Editors | 25/04/2026

Senior executives linked to the sanctioned Cambodian conglomerate purchased luxury Tokyo properties with cash.

Trading & Investment

Tokyo Stock Exchange to Introduce Random Closing and Revamp Tick Sizes

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

The exchange has published a report outlining significant changes to its trading rules, aiming to improve price formation and market transparency.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Another Unit of Prudential Japan Being Probed for Misconduct

By Editors | 24/04/2026

Former employees of Gibraltar Life Insurance, part of the Prudential group, are suspected of mishandling customer funds.

Cybersecurity

India, Japan Scrutinise Anthropic’s ‘Mythos’ AI Model Over Cyber Risks

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/04/2026

Regulators from India, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia and Korea are among those holding talks with banks amid fears the advanced AI could accelerate cyberattacks.

Trading & Investment

Korea Pledges 'No Barriers' to Investment Amid WGBI Inclusion

By Mark Johnston | 23/04/2026

Officials have reassured Japanese investors of continued market improvements as the country begins its phased entry into the FTSE World Government Bond Index.

Trading & Investment

APAC ETF Growth Driven by Regulatory Tailwinds, Active Expansion - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 23/04/2026

New State Street report highlights how regulation, product innovation and investor education are shaping a diverse and rapidly expanding ETF landscape.

Credit Risk

Private Credit Industry Debates Changes Amid Investor, Regulator Scrutiny

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

Firms are considering longer lock-ups and flexible redemption caps as regulators across Asia Pacific seek greater disclosure.

Cybersecurity

NEC Launches Shared Cybersecurity Centre for Japan's Regional Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

The initiative aims to help smaller FIs address rising cyber threats, talent shortages, and regulatory demands through a collaborative framework and shared services.

Payments & Settlements

Japan's SBI Remit Partners Tottori Bank for DLT Remittances

By Editors | 22/04/2026

The move expands a Ripple-powered payment network to 26 institutions, targeting low-value transfers for foreign workers amid rising compliance costs for traditional systems.