Japan

Japan's Government Develops Method for Assessing Blockchains

One of Japan's government ministries has developed a new methodology for evaluating blockchain projects.

By Stan HigginsApr 18, 2017

Japan is set to begin recognizing bitcoin as a legal method of payment starting tomorrow.

By Garrett KeirnsMar 31, 2017

A group of international banks is reportedly planning the 2018 launch of cross-border payment services backed by blockchain.

By Stan HigginsMar 31, 2017

More than 25 companies and organizations are taking part in a blockchain proof-of-concept spearheaded by the Japan Exchange Group (JPX).

By Garrett KeirnsMar 21, 2017

A consortium of 47 banks has completed a distributed ledger technology pilot spearheaded by SBI Ripple Asia.

By Pete RizzoMar 2, 2017

An official from Japan’s central bank invoked failed ethereum-based project The DAO in a speech yesterday.

By Stan HigginsMar 1, 2017

Japan's Hitachi is working on a new blockchain test, one that explores how the tech could power its rewards points program.

By Pete RizzoFeb 23, 2017

Japanese banking group Mizuho announced today the completion of two new blockchain trials.

By Stan HigginsFeb 23, 2017

Japan, a relatively quiet and traditionally isolated market, is about to set a precedent that could change the cryptocurrency sector.

By Noelle AchesonFeb 20, 2017

Japan's largest bitcoin exchange by volume has announced a new round of fundraising backed by three domestic financial giants.

By Pete RizzoFeb 14, 2017

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