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Bitcoin Price Impact Debated Ahead of Possible Japan Stimulus
Ahead of potential new monetary policy from the Bank of Japan, CoinDesk explores its potential impact on bitcoin markets.

RBI Calls on Indian Banks to Explore Blockchain
A member of India's central bank has encouraged further collaboration between banks and startups to advance blockchain tech.

IBM to Open Blockchain Development Center With Singapore Regulators
IBM expanded its blockchain efforts today with news it will open a blockchain center in partnership with the Singapore government.

Mitsubishi UFJ Invests in Bitcoin Startup Coinbase
Coinbase has reportedly raised more than $10m from Japan's largest bank, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group.

Myanmar Microfinance Firm Trials Blockchain
Tech firm Infoteria has successfully tested an application of blockchain technology with Myanmar microfinance firm BC Finance.

Bitcoin Exchange Raises $16 Million in Ongoing Series A Funding
A bitcoin exchange startup based in Singapore has raised $16m in new funding as part of an ongoing Series A.

One of Japan's Largest Banks is Downplaying its Rumored Digital Currency Plans
Is a major Japanese bank developing its own digital currency? MUFG is distancing itself from reports it could release such a product next year.

R3 Adds Life Insurance Firm AIA to Blockchain Consortium
Blockchain startup R3CEV has added Hong Kong-based life insurance group AIA to the ranks of its global banking consortium.

Japan’s Trade Ministry: Government Should Promote Blockchain Use Cases
Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has released the results of a survey on blockchain technology.

Japan Enacts Regulation for Digital Currency Exchanges
Japan’s national legislature approved a bill on Wednesday to regulate domestic digital currency exchanges.
