In Japan, Ryogoku in Tokyo is synonymous with Kokugikan, the local stadium where the main Grand Sumo Tournament takes place every year. ( read original story ...)
Climate activists disrupt European business jet event demanding a ban
Activists supporting Greenpeace, Stay Grounded, Extinction Rebellion, Scientist Rebellion and other climate movement groups hold banners during a demonstration against Private jets at the European Bus ... ( read original story ...)
Delegation from South Korea visits Japan to inspect Fukushima nuclear plant
Nuclear experts from South Korea began a two-day tour of the Fukushima nuclear power complex on Tuesday, before a controversial plan by Japan to release slightly radioactive wastewater into the sea. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin climbs back above $27,000 after Hong Kong greenlights some retail crypto trading
Cryptocurrency prices moved higher on Tuesday after Hong Kong's securities regulator announced it will allow retail trading of certain crypto assets starting June 1.Bitcoin rose 1.7% to $27,293.64, according to Coin Metrics.
Crypto City: Guide to Osaka, Japan’s second-biggest city
Osaka may or may not have been Satoshi’s home, Binance has moved in, the city hosted Devcon 5, and there’s finally a Bitcoin ATM again! ( read original story ...)
Meltem Demirors bet her career on crypto when it was in the doldrums. Now she’s one of the industry’s biggest investing stars.
Meltem Demirors took a gamble on crypto investing when it was shunned by many VCs. Now she's a top seed investor and one of crypto's biggest stars.
Crypto giant Binance commingled customer funds and company revenue, former insiders say
Reuters found no evidence that Binance client monies were lost or taken. SEC chair Gary Gensler has said that many crypto exchanges offering securities to U.S. customers are not complying with laws ...
Hong Kong’s Small Investors Get Crypto Greenlight
Hong Kong’s securities regulator said it will allow small investors to trade cryptocurrencies, lifting a ban that was in place for years. There are a few caveats. Retail investors will be restricted t ...
Analysis: Japan’s Nikkei at 33-year high has more wind in its sails
As Japan's stock market sits atop 33-year highs last seen during the country's 'bubble" era, investors are bullish that the rally in the world's third-largest market has only just begun.
Amsted Automotive Group to Feature Advanced Clutches and Propulsion Systems at JSAE Automotive Engineering Exposition 2023 Yokohama
"What technologies will make people and the world happy?" This question is asked within the theme of Automotive Engineering Exposition 2023 Yokohama, and there many possible answers–sustainability, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s deceptive agenda bears watchful eye: China Daily editorial
Pointing the finger at others, and empowering itself to ignore and violate international norms and laws are characteristic of Washington's zero-sum thinking. Something the Kishida government is ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Stories review – artistic immersion into the city’s creative life
The Exhibition on Screen documentary series delves into the boundless energy of the Japanese megalopolis ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Cosmo to oppose activist group’s outside director proposal
Japan's Cosmo Energy Holdings said on Tuesday that it has decided to oppose a proposal from an activist shareholder group to appoint an outside director nominated by the group. ( read original story ...)
The Pavilion of the Czech Republic for the 2025 Osaka Expo Explores Movement and Spirituality
Discover the innovative architecture of the Czech Republic Pavilion at Universal World EXPO 2025 in Osaka, Japan, designed by Apropos Architects. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo eyes international sales for UH-2 helicopter
Tokyo is promoting the Bell Subaru UH-2 utility helicopter for the export market, as the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) gradually builds its fleet of the type. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Stocks Close Lower After Chip Control Notice
Tokyo stocks closed lower Tuesday after Japan announced the start date for its new export controls on chip-linked items, bucking optimism in global markets that Washington will avert a calamitous ... ( read original story ...)