Japan Aims for Tightened Crypto Regulation: Classification as Financial Products

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is planning significant regulatory changes that could bring cryptocurrencies under the umbrella of financial products rules by 2026. This move aims to align cryptocurrency trading with traditional securities like stocks and bonds, potentially impacting how crypto businesses operate. The FSA intends to submit a bill next year to revise the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, bringing Japan closer to classifying cryptocurrencies in line with other financial assets.