What does Japan's crypto classification change?

Crypto shifts from payment tools to financial products under securities law, adding insider trading bans, annual disclosures, and harsher penalties.

When will Japan's new crypto rules take effect?

Potentially fiscal 2027, pending parliamentary approval this session.

From 3 years prison to 10, fines up to 10 million yen ($62,800).

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Japan just slapped handcuffs on crypto. Calling it a 'financial product' means stricter rules, bigger fines — and maybe goodbye to wild innovation.

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Japan reclassifies crypto as financial products under securities laws, banning insider trading and mandating disclosures. 𝕏
Penalties skyrocket: 10 years prison, 10M yen fines for violations. 𝕏
Investor protection prioritized, but risks stifling Japan's crypto innovation. 𝕏

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Originally reported by CoinDesk