Japan to Expand Startup Funding, Ease Rules to Support Web3 Innovation

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the government will expand support for startups by increasing funding through government-backed funds and financial institutions, while introducing regulatory easing aimed at fostering innovation.

Speaking in a video address at WebX 2026, Takaichi said the government's efforts, together with the conference, would help advance Japan's Web3 innovation ecosystem.

Source: CoinPost