Japan Exchange Group mulls stricter rules for firms holding crypto

Japan Exchange Group (JPX) is considering strengthening regulations for companies that hold digital assets in their treasury, Bloomberg Japan reported. Citing an anonymous source, the report noted that JPX is exploring measures such as preventing backdoor listings and mandating new audits. A spokesperson for JPX stated that while there are no blanket regulations on cryptocurrency investment or holdings, the group will continue to monitor companies with potential risks or governance concerns.