Financial Services Agency Japan regulator
Overview
The Financial Services Agency (FSA) is the Japanese government regulator responsible for overseeing the country's banking, securities, and insurance sectors. It also regulates cryptocurrency exchanges under the Payment Services Act, requiring registration and adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) standards.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Financial Services Agency Japan connects to 1 tracked entity, most strongly to Japan PSA Amendment 2023 (Stablecoins/EPI).
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 1 of 1 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
regulates | Japan PSA Amendment 2023 (Stablecoins/EPI) | 95% |
Frequently asked questions
What does the Financial Services Agency Japan regulate?
The FSA regulates Japan's banking, securities, and insurance sectors, as well as cryptocurrency exchanges under the Payment Services Act.
What is the FSA's role regarding cryptocurrency exchanges?
The FSA requires cryptocurrency exchanges to register and adhere to anti-money laundering (AML) standards under the Payment Services Act.
What regulation does the FSA oversee related to stablecoins?
The FSA regulates the Japan PSA Amendment 2023, which covers stablecoins and electronic payment instruments (EPI).