1. Japan Set to Unlock Crypto Asset ETFs via Legislative Reform link

Satsuki Katayama, Japan’s Minister of Finance and Minister of State for Financial Services, said at the “OPEN QUICK 2026” seminar held by financial information service firm QUICK that Japan intends to move forward with discussions on lifting restrictions on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with crypto assets as underlying assets. Katayama stated that as trading of crypto asset ETFs expands overseas, Japan should develop an environment where users and investors can trade with peace of mind. Separately, as relayed by Crypto Times, relevant prerequisites include progress on amendments to incorporate crypto assets into the regulatory framework of the Financial Instruments…