[Japan Adds Russian Cryptocurrency Exchange Garantex to Sanctions List] Odaily Planet Daily News: The Japanese government has expanded sanctions against Russia, adding the Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex to its asset freeze list, restricting payments and capital transactions with sanctioned entities. The newly added asset freeze targets include 33 organizations linked to Russia and 9 individuals, as well as imposing restrictions on maintenance, insurance, and other services for 35 vessels identified as part of the 'shadow fleet' involved in transporting Russian crude oil. Garantex had previously been sanctioned by jurisdictions such as the United States and the European Union. (Cointelegraph)