Japan moves closer to legalizing crypto ETFs and new regulations. Shiba Inu benefits from listings on regulated Japanese platforms. Shibarium DEX volume jumped 1,517%, signaling renewed activ
Shiba Inu is drawing renewed attention after Japan advanced plans to legalize cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and strengthen digital asset regulation. The move comes as Shibarium recorded a sharp rebound in decentralized exchange activity, while Shiba Inu continues expanding its presence across Japan through regulated platforms and payment services.
Japan recently approved legislation that will classify cryptocurrencies as regulated financial products under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act. The proposed framework also opens the door for crypto ETFs, with Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama confirming that the government is evaluating their legalization.
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For Shiba Inu, the regulatory shift could improve visibility in one of the world’s largest digital asset markets. SHIB is already included on Japan’s JVCEA Green List, allowing licensed exchanges to list the token more easily. The asset is also available through Mercoin and Rakuten Wallet, extending access to millions of retail users.
Beyond regulation, Shiba Inu ecosystem activity has started to improve. According to DeFiLlama data, daily decentralized exchange volume on Shibarium surged 1,517%, rising from $17 to $275 within one day. Although the total remains modest, the increase follows weeks of minimal trading activity.
According to data from DeFiLlama, Shibarium’s DEX trading volume jumped 1,517%, rising from just $17 on July 9 to $275 on July 10. Notably, Shiba Inu’s native decentralized exchange, ShibaSwap, accounted for the entire $275 in trading volume.Although the figure remains…
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The SHIB price has also stabilized after breaking above a long-term descending wedge. Analysts are watching resistance near $0.00000456, followed by $0.0000051 and $0.0000055 if buying momentum strengthens. A sustained recovery in network activity could support broader participation, though trading volumes remain well below those seen on larger blockchain ecosystems.
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