Japan
SBI Ripple Asia Wins Payments License for Blockchain Money App
A joint venture between SBI Holdings and Ripple has moved a step closer to launching its blockchain-based payments app for consumers.
Japan Regulators Seek Answers in Wake of Zaif's $60 Million Crypto Hack
Japan's top financial regulator is seeking answers from the operator of the Zaif cryptocurrency exchange.
SBI Aims for Cashless Society With Mobile Payments Token Trial
Financial giant SBI Group has announced that it is testing a crypto token called "S coin" to enable retail payments over mobile devices.
Japan Lost $540 Million to Crypto Hacks in First Half of 2018
Japan's police agency has released data revealing that cyberattacks leading to thefts of cryptocurrency rose sharply earlier this year.
Crypto Exchange Zaif Hacked In $60 Million Bitcoin Theft
Yet another Japan-based cryptocurrency exchange has been hacked, losing about $60 million worth of cryptocurrency, including 6,000 bitcoins.
LG's Mobile Arm to Trial Blockchain Payments for Overseas Travelers
South Korean telco LG Uplus is to trial a blockchain-based mobile payment service aimed to let travelers save fees when shopping abroad.
Mt Gox's Corporate Creditors Can Now File Claims for Bitcoin Refunds
Corporate creditors of the long-defunct bitcoin exchange Mt. Gox can now enter online claims for refunds of trapped bitcoin assets.
Huobi Eyes Japan Expansion With Acquisition of Licensed Crypto Exchange
Huobi Group is about to expand its trading services to Japan via a deal to purchase local cryptocurrency exchange BitTrade.
Softbank Completes Blockchain Test for Cross-Carrier Mobile Payments
Japanese telecoms giant Softbank Corp. has completed a blockchain proof-of-concept that allows P2P mobile payments across different carriers.
Japanese City Trials Blockchain Voting for Social Development Programs
The Japanese city of Tsukuba has tested a blockchain-based system that lets residents cast votes to decide on local development programs.
