[Polymarket Seeks to Operate in Japan, Aiming for Approval by 2030] BlockBeats News, May 22: According to Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter, Polymarket has appointed representatives in Japan and is preparing to lobby relevant authorities to legalize prediction markets in the country. The sources, who requested anonymity as the plans have not yet been made public, stated that Polymarket aims to secure approval from the Japanese government by 2030. The sources also noted that Polymarket views Japan as an underdeveloped market with significant potential opportunities. [Original Link]