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Japan
IBM, SBI to Test Blockchain Bond Trading
IBM Japan is working with a local securities firm on a new blockchain pilot focused on developing the foundations for a bond trading system.
Japan to Drop 8% Bitcoin Sales Tax
The government of Japan is reportedly planning to exempt bitcoin and other virtual currencies from a national sales tax.
P&C Insurer Trials Blockchain for Catastrophe Coverage
One of Japan’s largest property insurers is co-developing a prototype blockchain system for insurance derivatives.
Bank of Tokyo is Planning to Use Blockchain for Contract Management
Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (BTMU) intends to begin managing its contracts on a blockchain-based platform.
Japan Exchange Group: Distributed Ledgers 'Better' With Third Parties
A new report from Japan Exchange Group (JPX) contends that distributed ledgers will work 'better' if third parties are involved.
Mizuho Bank Dealt Blow in Mt Gox Lawsuit Update
A US judge largely denied a push by Mizuho Bank last week to dismiss charges filed against it in a class action suit tied to the collapse of Mt Gox.
Bank of Japan: Blockchain Could Alter Financial Services
Japan's central bank issued remarks this week that found it forecasting that blockchain could come to have a fundamental impact on finance.
Japanese Firms Test Blockchain for E-Check Management
The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ and tech giant Hitachi are working on a blockchain proof-of-concept aimed at digitizing checks.
Japanese Banks Plan Blockchain Currency Exchange
A group of Japanese financial institutions are looking to create a platform for real-time currency exchange services.
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.
