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Japan holds back as Thailand charges ahead in Bitcoin adoption

Japan holds back as Thailand charges ahead in Bitcoin adoption

CryptoSlateCryptoSlate2024/12/26 12:44
By:Oluwapelumi Adejumo

The Japanese government remains reserved on Bitcoin while Thailand aims to boost economy with new Bitcoin pilot project.

Two prominent Asian nations—Japan and Thailand—are taking distinctly different approaches to Bitcoin as the top crypto gains traction globally.

Local media outlets from these countries have shown that Japan is adopting a reserved stance, while Thailand is exploring innovative use cases for Bitcoin.

Stability over Bitcoin adoption

Japan has reportedly taken a cautious approach to integrating Bitcoin into its reserves, citing its limited understanding of international developments surrounding the initiative.

On Dec. 26, local media outlet Coinpost reported that Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba explained why the government was unprepared to adopt Bitcoin.

He noted that cryptocurrencies currently fall outside the legal framework for foreign exchange reserves, which focus on market stability and liquidity. Ishiba continued that digital assets like Bitcoin conflict with the objectives of the country’s financial reserve strategy due to their high volatility.

This cautious approach comes despite calls from lawmakers like Satoshi Hamada , who urged the government to consider implementing a  Bitcoin reserve.

Hamada’s proposal aligns with global discussions on integrating digital assets into national reserve strategies, with the US taking the lead. However, Japan’s stance remains firm on maintaining traditional reserve mechanisms.

Thailand’s forward-thinking Bitcoin project

Thailand, on the other hand, is positioning itself as a crypto-friendly nation.

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra recently proposed a Bitcoin pilot project in Phuket. The project aims to transform the popular tourist destination into a hub for digital payments, attracting tech-savvy travelers while boosting the local economy.

According to the Bangkok Post , the proposed sandbox program has gained support from industry leaders, including Binance Thailand’s CEO Nirun Fuwattananukul, who sees it as a step toward advancing the nation’s crypto ecosystem.

Fuwattananukul argued that this project aligns with Thailand’s vision to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving global digital economy. He stated:

“[The proposal] reflects not only the momentum of global crypto adoption but also demonstrates that leaders at the highest level are embracing these transformative technologies. As more countries adopt digital assets and cryptocurrencies, Thailand must not be left behind.”

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