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Bybit Pulls Back in Japan as Crypto Regulation Forces Tough Choices
Bybit will begin restricting access to its platform for residents of Japan from next year as it moves to align more closely with the country’s financial regulations. The exchange, one of the largest globally by trading volume, attributed this step as a compliance measure rather than a sudden exit, signaling a controlled wind-down of Japanese exposure. "As part of our proactive efforts to comply with Japanese regulations, we have decided to discontinue services for residents of Japan and gradually implement account restrictions," it announced. Japan’s Strict Rules Push Exchanges to the Edge: Japan operates ... (full story)
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