A man in Germany was tricked into sending 10 bitcoins - worth more than $500,000 - believing that Elon Musk would double his money, the BBC reported. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s MUFG nabs senior bankers to bolster its US private equity coverage and direct lending business
MUFG has been on a hiring spree in the US in recent months, particularly across its capital markets and corporate lending platforms. ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan governor says CBDC preparation can’t wait until hour of need
Japan is taking a measured but attentive approach to global interest in central bank digital currency issuance. In his latest remarks published on March 16, the Bank of Japan's governor ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan Governor Stresses Need to Prepare for Digital Currency Launch
Haruhiko Kuroda, governor of the Bank of Japan (BOJ), has said the central bank must “prepare thoroughly” for the possible future need to issue a digital yen. The views and opinions expressed herein ... ( read original story ...)
Japan commissions third Awaji-class minesweeper
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) commissioned its third Awaji-class mine countermeasures vessel (MCMV) in a ceremony held on 16 March in Yokohama ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympic organiser to hold meeting with IOC, others on March 22 – Kyodo
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Organising Committee will likely meet with representatives of the International Olympic Committee, Japan's government and Tokyo city to discuss the event, including ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s first W hotel is now open in Osaka
Load Error Japan has officially gained its first W-branded hotel. The W Osaka opened its doors on Tuesday to guests amid the ongoing pandemic that has resulted in most international visitors being cut ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka ‘send a message’ to her trolls
Now her response is colder, more engaging, and stronger. Because the physical aspect, in 2021, cannot yet be a source of prejudice ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympic torch relay: Masks, quiet cheering and caution
Organizers plan to exercise extreme caution when the Olympic torch relay starts next week, knowing any stumble could imperil the the opening of the Tokyo Games in just over ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020 Olympic torch relay legs could be cancelled if Covid rules broken
Organisers say spectators must stay distanced, wear masks and avoid loud cheering ... ( read original story ...)
Biden administration address N. Korea and China concerns in Tokyo
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin travel to Japan, South Korea to focus on threats from North Korea and China. Insight from former Trump national security aide John ... ( read original story ...)
US and Japan express concern over China’s ‘aggressive actions’ during first trip by Biden’s top diplomat
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticized China's threats to regional stability during bilateral talks in Tokyo on Tuesday, warning that the United States and Japan would push back if necessary. ( read original story ...)
Antony Blinken Calls Out China in First Foreign Trip to Japan, South Korea
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin are in Asia to bolster America's alliances as the Biden administration looks to contain China and North Korea. ( read original story ...)
Japan, U.S. oppose China’s bid to alter status quo
Motegi made the comment following his bilateral meeting in Tokyo with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is visiting the country with Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin as their first trip abroad ... ( read original story ...)
US, Japan warn China on ‘coercion, destabilising behaviour’
The US and Japan warned Beijing against "coercion and destabilising behaviour" on Tuesday after top-level diplomatic and defence talks aimed at bolstering their alliance against rising Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
Defense Secretary meets with Japan PM
Watch "Defense Secretary meets with Japan PM", a CBSN video on CBSNews.com. View more CBSN videos and watch CBSN, a live news stream featuring original CBS News reporting. ( read original story ...)