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Structural Regulation

Japan's New Government to Unveil Financial Sector Strategy by Year-End

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/10/2025

New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s administration will develop a 'Regional Financial Power Enhancement Plan' and a broader strategy to boost Japan's asset management appeal.

Resolution & Recovery

Japanese Megabanks Detail US Wind-Down Strategies in Living Wills

By Editors | 28/10/2025

The plans, released by US regulators, outline how each firm’s American operations would be resolved under a multiple-point-of-entry strategy.

Stablecoins

Japan Sees Launch of First Regulated Yen Stablecoin, JPYC

By Editors | 28/10/2025

The fintech firm JPYC has launched a yen-pegged token, backed by bonds and deposits, under Japan's new regulatory framework.

Sustainable Finance

Asia Consortium to Address Transition Finance Bottlenecks

By Manesh Samtani | 27/10/2025

Regulators and industry have identified key financing bottlenecks and are developing practical guides to accelerate Asia's green transformation agenda.

Structural Regulation

FSA Japan, ADB Sign Pact to Strengthen Financial Systems Across APAC

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The partnership aims to boost financial inclusion, deepen capital markets, and strengthen financial stability across Asia-Pacific.

Cryptocurrency

Asian Exchanges Crack Down on Corporate Crypto Hoarding – Report

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Exchanges in Hong Kong, India, and Australia are reportedly blocking firms from becoming crypto-treasuries, citing rules against shell companies and speculative risks.

Capital Adequacy

ISDA Chief Urges Jurisdictions to Follow Japan's 'Pragmatic' Basel III Lead

By Manesh Samtani | 22/10/2025

Scott O’Malia also outlined plans to promote tokenisation for collateral and highlighted new digital post-trade tools.

Cryptocurrency

Japan Considers Allowing Banks to Hold and Trade Crypto

By Manesh Samtani | 21/10/2025

The FSA is reviewing rules to permit banks to hold digital assets, a move that could help to further integrate crypto into mainstream finance.

Stablecoins

Japan's Megabanks to Launch Joint Stablecoin for Corporate Payments

By Manesh Samtani | 20/10/2025

A consortium of Japan's three largest banks will issue a yen-pegged stablecoin, aiming to modernise corporate payments under new regulations.