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. This is an AI-generated article powered by DeepNewz, curated by The Defiant. For more information, including article sources, visit DeepNewz . To continue reading this as well as other DeFi and Web3 news, visit us at thedefiant.io