Scott Bessent reaffirms US, Japan coordination on currency moves

Increased geopolitical tensions may hinder diplomatic efforts, elevate regional instability, and impact global markets and alliances. The post US alleges secret Chinese arms sales to Iran amid regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Japan telecom KDDI has agreed to buy a 14.9% stake in KDDI Coincheck Group for $65 million. KDDI Corporation (TYO: 9433), Japan’s second-largest telecom company with over 72 million mobile subscribers, has announced an agreement to acquire a 14.9% stake…

Ledger has put its Ledger IPO plans on hold, citing difficult market conditions and weak investor appetite for crypto listings. Ledger, the French crypto hardware wallet maker, has paused its plans for a US initial public offering, according to two…

A potential BOJ rate hike could strengthen the yen, impacting global carry trades and creating selling pressure across various risk assets. The post Bank of Japan debates near-term rate hike, eyes June move appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Metaplanet now holds nearly 87% of Bitcoin owned by Japan’s publicly listed companies. Japan is advancing stablecoins and tokenized bonds through new financial infrastructure initiatives. Simon Gerovich says Bitcoin will anchor future digital-native capital markets globally. Bitcoin Standard is gaining traction in Japan as Metaplanet expands its treasury strategy around the digital asset.  Metaplanet CEO […] The post Metaplanet Bets Big on Bitcoin as Japan Advances Digital Capital Markets appeared first on Live Bitcoin News.

KDDI Corporation, one of Japan’s largest telecommunications companies, invested approximately $65 million to acquire a 14.9% stake in Coincheck Group N.V. and signed a business alliance agreement with Coincheck, Inc. to build blockchain-based financial services for Japanese consumers. Japan Telecom Giant KDDI Invests $65 Million in Coincheck to Bring Crypto to 30 Million au Customers […]

The diplomatic stalemate may prolong regional tensions and hinder potential resolutions, impacting global security and economic stability. The post Iran confirms no nuclear talks with US amid diplomatic stalemate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The US's supportive stance on yen policy may lead to Japanese rate hikes, impacting global markets and strengthening US-Japan economic ties. The post Japan says Scott Bessent offers understanding on yen policy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.