IJR News — today's news from every sideJapan Plans 24/7 Blockchain Settlement for Bonds, Stocks — Aug 25, 2026Japan is pursuing a next-generation, 24/7 blockchain-based settlement system for real-time trading of stocks and government bonds, with a study group this summer and a detailed plan expected by early 2027, targeting broader operations in the early 2030s. The effort, led by the FSA, Ministry of Finance, Bank of Japan, and major financial institutions, aims to cut settlement times, reduce counterparty risk, and could extend to cross-border payments and tokenized assets.
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On X · @DiscussingFilmMario Kart 8 Deluxe Receives Free Update Adding 8-Player Split-Screen on Nintendo Switch 2The update adds 8-player local split-screen to the long-running Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2, alongside visual and performance improvements. Reactions are largely amused and positive, treating the feature as delightfully chaotic rather than divisive.766 likes · 14m
