Japan: KRFB Investigation into alleged DMM Bitcoin Co., Ltd. leak
Progress
Current status
in force
26 Sep 2024 in force
Scope
Implementers
Japan
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
User/subject right
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued KRFB Business Improvement Order to DMM Bitcoin Co., Ltd
On 26 September 2024, the Kanto Regional Financial Bureau (KRFB) issued a business improvement order to DMM Bitcoin Co., Ltd., a digital payment provider specializing in cryptocurrencies, based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo. This action follows an investigation…
Event type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body