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Japan
Rakuten US Subsidiary Begins Accepting Bitcoin
Rakuten Super Logistics, a subsidiary of Japanese retail giant Raktuen Group, is now accepting bitcoin.
Creditor Extension Delays Mt. Gox Investigation by 6 Months
Mt. Gox creditors now have an extra six months to file claims, but investigation results will be delayed too.
New Bitcoin Exchange Quoine Offers Pro Tools for Asian Traders
Quoine, a new Japan-based exchange, is designed by financial industry professionals and will target the wealth centers of Asia.
Why Japan Fell in Love with Monacoin, the Cat Meme Cryptocurrency
Japan's quest for the novel and locally-made has extended to altcoins, as fans create a cultural ecosystem around monacoin.
Tokyo Police Launch Investigation into Missing Mt. Gox Bitcoin
The Tokyo Police investigation will focus on 27,000 BTC suspected to have been stolen from Mt. Gox.
Mt. Gox Creditors' Meeting Delivers Few Answers and One Apology
Mt. Gox's bankruptcy trustee and CEO Mark Karpeles faced creditors for the first time today, but many answers remain.
Japan's BitFlyer Raises $1.6 Million for Bitcoin Exchange Expansion
A former Goldman Sachs employee has raised $1.6m in funding to power a new Japan-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Australian Lawyers, Bitcoin Groups Call for Clarity on Regulation
Sensible policy is needed to legitimize bitcoin for banks and assist consumers and businesses, say Australian lawyers and groups.
Japanese Retail Giant Rakuten Hints at Bitcoin Acceptance
The CEO of e-commerce empire Rakuten has praised bitcoin and suggested the company could eventually accept the cryptocurrency.
Japan Bitcoin Exchange Aims to Fill Mt. Gox Market Void
New exchange joint venture BitOcean Japan will launch in August, with the aim of buying Mt. Gox's remaining assets.
