Jackson Palmer, the co-creator of meme-inspired dogecoin, made a rare return to Twitter with some harsh words about the "cryptocurrency industry." ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto startup Phantom banks funding from Andreessen Horowitz to scale its multi-chain wallet
While retail investors grew more comfortable buying cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum in 2021, the decentralized application world still has a lot of work to do when it comes to onboarding a ... ( read original story ...)
Olympics-Swimming-FINA provisionally suspends two Russians set for Tokyo
(Reuters) - Two Russian swimmers who have qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics were provisionally suspended by the sport's world body FINA on Wednesday for suspected anti-doping rule violations. FINA ... ( read original story ...)
From slushie machines to megalitres of alchohol spray, the Tokyo Olympics are a logistical nightmare
Along with athletes from 205 different nations making their way to Japan come thousands of tonnes of equipment and supplies. ( read original story ...)
Expect Growing Pains for Coupang as It Expands Into Japan
Although Coupang is a massive e-commerce success story, the growth-at-all-costs push may turn off investors from CPNG stock.More From InvestorPlace Stock Prodigy Who Found NIO at $2… Says Buy THIS Now ... ( read original story ...)
Over $500 million in crypto seized by U.K. police over past few weeks amid money-laundering crackdown
British law enforcement have seized over $500 million in crypto over the past month, as a part of a crackdown in money-laundering in the region, according ... ( read original story ...)
How the IRS is trying to nail crypto tax dodgers
The IRS treats virtual currencies like bitcoin as property, meaning that it is taxed in a manner similar to stocks or real property. The agency recently ramped up efforts to subpoena centralized ... ( read original story ...)
A 29-year old crypto billionaire has Goldman, CME Group in his crosshairs as his exchanges aims to surpass Coinbase
Fried, which owns one of the fastest-growing digital-exchange platforms in the world, says he wants to overtake Binance and Coinbase Global, ... ( read original story ...)
Zomato’s $1.3 bn IPO fully subscribed on Day One
Zomato’s public offer to raise Rs 9,375 crore is the country’s biggest this year, and its blockbuster opening augers well for unicorns ... ( read original story ...)
Japan panel seeks record 28 yen rise in minimum wage to 930 yen
A Japanese government panel on Wednesday proposed raising the average hourly minimum wage by a record 28 yen to 930 yen ($8.4) in fiscal 2021, a move that is likely to deal a further blow to ... ( read original story ...)
Conveyor Belt Sushi Dining Expands to Town Square
Operated by restaurateur Freddy Hwang and his rapidly growing Sapporo Restaurant Group, the fourth local expansion for Sapporo Revolving Sushi will move into the corner space at The Landing retail ... ( read original story ...)
Tennis-Osaka confirmed for Montreal event in August – organisers
World number two Naomi Osaka, who withdrew from this year's French Open and Wimbledon on mental health grounds, will compete in Montreal next month, organisers of the Canadian event said on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Pictures With Her Sister, Mari, Prove They’re a Perfect Team on and Off Court
Naomi Osaka is sharing her story in her self-titled Netflix docuseries, and as a result, we're getting some rare peeks into the 23-year-old tennis player's personal life. In addition to some cute ... ( read original story ...)
DBusiness Daily Update: NOVI Energy, Osaka Gas USA Corp. Form Solar Power Joint Venture,…
Our roundup of the latest news from metro Detroit and Michigan businesses as well as announcements from government agencies. ( read original story ...)
Athletes Will Put on Own Medals at Tokyo Olympics Due to COVID Concerns
"They will be presented to the athlete on a tray, and then the athlete will take the medal him or herself." The International Olympic Committee President said. ( read original story ...)
China Officials Share Viral Video Calling for Atomic Bombing of Japan
The video, created by a Chinese military commentator, proposes a "Japan Exception Theory"—exempting the country from Beijing's "no first use" nuclear strike policy. ( read original story ...)