JAPAN
Japan and NVIDIA Unveil World’s First National AI Factory
Japan partners with NVIDIA to launch a 140 MW AI factory using Vera Rubin tech, advancing its $133B physical AI ambitions.
Japan Adopts NVIDIA Nemotron for Industry-Specific AI Solutions
Japanese firms leverage NVIDIA Nemotron to create localized AI models, addressing workforce challenges and advancing innovation.
Progmat Completes Avalanche Migration, ¥452B in Tokenized Assets
Japan's largest security token platform, Progmat, moves ¥452B in assets to Avalanche, paving the way for tokenized Japanese Government Bonds.
Bitbank Warns Users Over Polymarket, Cites Legal Risks
Bitbank warns Japanese users of potential account suspensions linked to Polymarket, raising questions about prediction market legality under local gambling laws.
SBI, Rakuten, Nomura to Launch Crypto Funds Amid Japan's Rule Shift
Major Japanese firms like SBI and Rakuten are developing crypto investment trusts as Japan reclassifies digital assets under securities law.
Binance Charity Flood Relief in Japan: A Model for Impact
Binance Charity's 2018 Japan flood relief efforts raised $1.41M in crypto, setting a standard for disaster response via blockchain donations.
Japan Tightens AML Rules for Crypto in Real Estate Deals
Japan's regulators demand stricter AML checks for crypto use in property transactions, citing money laundering risks tied to international transfers.
Anthropic Partners with NEC to Scale AI Engineering in Japan
Anthropic and NEC partner to deploy Claude AI to 30,000 employees, co-developing industry-specific tools for finance and cybersecurity in Japan.
Anthropic Expands to Asia with Tokyo Office and Japan AI Safety Partnership
Anthropic opens its first Asia-Pacific office in Tokyo, partnering with the Japan AI Safety Institute to enhance AI evaluation methodologies and support safe AI development.
Japan's First Yen-Pegged Stablecoin JPYC Launches Amid Financial Evolution
JPYC, Japan's first yen-backed stablecoin, officially launches, marking a significant step in the country's shift towards blockchain-based finance.
OpenAI Unveils Strategic AI Blueprint for Japan's Economic Growth
OpenAI releases a comprehensive AI Economic Blueprint for Japan, aiming to boost innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth across various sectors.
Japan's AI Demand Expected to Surge 320x by 2030, Says SoftBank Executive
During NVIDIA AI Day Tokyo, SoftBank's Kuniyoshi Suzuki projected a 320x increase in Japan's AI computing demand by 2030, emphasizing the need for domestic technological infrastructure.
Japan's Metaverse Economy: How Tokyo Is Monetising Virtual Identity
In 2025, Tokyo is monetizing virtual identity by integrating avatars into a regulated economy, focusing on licensing and IP protection rather than speculative ventures. This strategic approach aims to professionalize the avatar economy and embed it within Japan's social infrastructure.
Japan's Crypto Regulation Evolution Post-Mt. Gox Collapse
Explore Japan's regulatory journey post-Mt. Gox, as the JFSA shapes crypto policy, balancing innovation with risk management, and pioneering stablecoin frameworks.
Japan Faces Challenges in Crypto Money Laundering and Fraud
Japan's crypto landscape sees growing challenges with money laundering and fraud, despite a global decline in illicit activities. On-chain analysis reveals significant financial threats.