Japan's FSA to Classify Crypto as Securities, Propose Tax Cuts to 20% and Bitcoin ETFs by 2026

Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) is considering classifying cryptocurrencies as financial products similar to securities, according to reports from Nikkei and other sources. The FSA plans to announce a policy direction by June and may submit a legal amendment in 2026. The proposed changes include potential tax cuts, reducing the current maximum tax rate on crypto assets to 20% by 2026, and the approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs. The move is aimed at enhancing investor protection and promoting market activity.

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