Japanese Entertainment Giant’s Crypto Arm in Partnerships to Support Web3 Economy

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Crypto has secured Neoclassic Capital, a Florida-based global investment firm, as its lead investor. DMM Crypto also partnered with Presto, a quantitative trading company. The investments will support DMM Crypto’s Seamoon Protocol, which aims to create a Web3 economic hub for businesses and creators. Bringing DMM Group’s IP Development Capabilities to … Read more

Japan to Review Crypto Regulations, Potentially Easing Tax Burden

Japan is reportedly set to review its cryptocurrency regulations, potentially reducing taxes on digital assets. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) plans to assess whether current crypto regulations under the payments act provide sufficient investor protection. The review may lead to reclassifying crypto as financial instruments under Japan’s investment law, which could enhance safeguards and bring … Read more

Hacked Japanese Crypto Exchange to Raise 50 Billion Yen to Repay Customers

DMM Bitcoin, a major cryptocurrency exchange based in Japan, has revealed its plan to secure 50 billion yen ($320 million) to repay customers after a significant security breach resulted in the loss of 4,503 bitcoins. The BTC leaked from the platform’s wallet on May 31. To ensure full reimbursement for affected customers, DMM Bitcoin plans … Read more

Over $300M in BTC Stolen From Japanese Exchange DMM Bitcoin in Major Security Breach

DMM Bitcoin, a subsidiary of DMM Group, has reported a significant security breach resulting in the theft of 4,502.9 bitcoin (BTC), valued at approximately $303 million. The Japanese cryptocurrency exchange detected the unauthorized transfer of funds from its wallet at 1:26 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2024. In response, DMM Bitcoin has assured its customers … Read more

Japan’s DMM Exiting Cryptocurrency Mining Business

Japanese e-commerce giant DMM.com is reportedly exiting its cryptocurrency mining business due to “deteriorating profitability,” local media reported. This news follows an announcement by another major Japanese company, GMO Internet, that it will no longer manufacture and sell mining machines, citing similar reasons. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive Regulations … Read more

Japanese Crypto Exchanges Working on Lowering Margin Trading Limits

Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges may soon set a strict limit on the leverage they offer for margin trading in order to better protect investors. The association comprised of 16 government-approved crypto exchanges is reportedly imposing a leverage limit as part of its self-regulatory rules. There will be a grace period and exceptions. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms … Read more

Crypto Learning Centers and Courses on the Rise in Japan, Thailand, and South Korea

Learning centers, courses, and crypto educational seminars are on the rise in Japan, Thailand, and South Korea. Bitcoin no Madoguchi and Bit Station have opened up to offer guidance to Japanese investors. The Cryptoasset Revolution course and Cryptonist’s seminar are happening soon in Thailand. Meanwhile, Decenter University and Koscom have launched training courses in South … Read more

Japanese Crypto Exchanges Tap Star Power for Marketing Arms Race

Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges have been very active in advertising their services. Several exchanges including Bitflyer, DMM Bitcoin, Tech Bureau’s Zaif and the hacked exchange Coincheck have been tapping into star power and launching TV commercials with original music. Also read: Indians Look to Buy Bitcoin Overseas as Regulations Tighten Japanese Exchanges’ TV Commercials Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges have … Read more