Pressure to increase returns is driving international expansion as Japanese banks position for growth and hopes rise of more M&A activity from their domestic clients ...
France and Japan hold first-ever joint air force exercises
The air forces of France and Japan held their first joint exercise with their pilots on Thursday in the Pacific Ocean with officials saying they have a joint interest in the region. ( read original story ...)
‘Oppenheimer’ reignites debate: Was the U.S. justified in dropping atomic bombs on Japan?
Nearly 80 years after the end of World War II, the blockbuster film has added new fuel to a disagreement that's been called “the most controversial issue in American history.” ( read original story ...)
In Japan, which bans dual custody, a table tennis star refuses to hand back her son to her ex
Japan’s once beloved table tennis star Ai Fukuhara is at the center of a child custody feud following the break-up of her marriage to a Taiwanese player, who was also a star in the sport in his country. ( read original story ...)
Yen Rises on Speculation Over Bank of Japan Policy Change
The yen strengthened sharply Thursday before falling back somewhat, reflecting traders’ unease ahead of a Bank of Japan meeting Friday that some think will include a policy change. The widening interest-rate gap between the U. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Treats Crypto Like Property In Bybit Case
The case was brought by the Seychelles-based crypto exchange Bybit against WeChain employee Ho Kai Xin and several other defendants, including FTX Trading and Consensys Software. The exchange hoped to recover stolen assets in Tether and fiat currency, and obtain acknowledgement that Ho held Tether and fiat currency in a Bybit trust.
Crypto bill passes congressional committee in victory for industry
A key congressional committee on Wednesday advanced a bipartisan bill that aims to develop a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, a milestone for Capitol Hill in its efforts to codify federal oversight for the digital asset industry.
Headless corpse in Hokkaido hotel: Doctor and his daughter bought saw, suitcase
A Japanese doctor and his daughter, who were arrested on Monday (July 24) after a decapitated corpse was found in a Sapporo hotel, had bought a suitcase and a saw before the killing took place, ... ( read original story ...)
The essentials list: Tennis star Naomi Osaka shares her favorite lifestyle products
But even as she welcomes a little girl into the world, Osaka continues to grow her skin care brand, KINLÒ, as well as express her creativity and inspire audiences through her partnerships with brands ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Volatility Expected on Friday’s Bank of Japan Rate Decision. Here’s Why
The BOJ is predicted to soften its grip on the country's bond markets, potentially influencing global bond markets, exchanges rates and liquidity conditions. Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, in general, ...
KuCoin’s ‘Into The Cryptoverse’ Report Unveils 3.8 Million Japanese Adults Engage in Crypto Investment
KuCoin, a top 5 global crypto exchange, has launched its 13th edition of the 'Into The Cryptoverse' report. This edition focuses on the burgeoning cryptocurrency market in Japan, offering a detailed ...
a16z-backed Eco unveils Beam, a P2P crypto transfer service aiming to be a ‘global Venmo’
The crypto payments space is seeing a surge of activity these days as developers strive to make decentralized finance as user-friendly as web2 experiences. Eco Inc, an a16z-backed payments startup that’s raised $95 million in funding to date,
Was the U.S. justified in dropping atomic bombs on Japan?
Nearly 80 years after the end of World War II, the new blockbuster Oppenheimer has reignited a debate that's been called “the most controversial issue in American history.” ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s population fell by 800,000 last year as demographic crisis accelerates
Japan’s population crisis is accelerating, with the number of nationals falling by more than 800,000 in the past year – echoing similar trends seen in other East Asian countries. ( read original story ...)
Japan captain Leitch gets three-match ban but clear for World Cup
Japan captain Michael Leitch, who received a red card in their 24-22 defeat by Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup this month, has been handed a three-match ban but will be able to play at the World Cup. ( read original story ...)
Japan to meet North Korea, South Korea face China in World Cup qualifying
Japan were drawn to face North Korea and Syria in Asia's preliminaries for the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, while South Korea will face China and Thailand when the second round of the continent's qualifiers kick off in November. ( read original story ...)