I have no idea how accurate this is, but Mark seemed to believe they were "operating within the law": "Karpeles replied that the matter is “confidential,” addi

I have no idea how accurate this is, but Mark seemed to believe they were "operating within the law": "Karpeles replied that the matter is “confidential,” adding that the company had discussed its business model with Japanese authorities “to ensure that we are operating within the law here.”"