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KEITA SEKIGUCHI and KAZUYA MANABE, Nikkei staff writers
September 13, 2020 18:58 JST
TOKYO -- The use of cryptocurrencies is increasing around the world. While the flow of these assets is not managed by individual governments or central banks, authorities are considering tightening rules as the risk of cryptocurrencies being used in money laundering and to fund crime are increasing.