FILE PHOTO: U.S. National Security Council Coordinator for Indo-Pacific Affairs Kurt Campbell speaks as Principal Deputy National Security Adviser Kim Tae-hyo looks on during a press conference at the Presidential Office in Seoul, South Korea, July 18, 2023. REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji/Pool/File Photo Reuters ( read original story ...)
Why U.S. stock-market investors need to keep an eye on a weak Japanese yen
A weak Japanese yen is nearing levels that might prompt Bank of Japan intervention --- an event that could send shock waves through global financial markets, analysts warn.
Hirota people of Japan intentionally deformed infant skulls 1,800 years ago
The Hirota people, who occupied a Japanese island for around 400 years, deliberately flattened the back of their children's heads. And experts are not entirely sure why. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka predicted to ‘go right back in the top 10’ upon comeback by former coach of the Williams sisters
Naomi Osaka has been backed to return to the WTA tour in top form by Rick Macci, who is the former coach of Serena and Venus Williams, Andy Roddick and Maria Sharapova. Osaka announced at the start of ... ( read original story ...)
Serena Williams’ ex-coach Rick Macci predicts how Naomi Osaka’s comeback could go
Coach Rick Macci suggests Naomi Osaka could pull a Jennifer Capriatti and make a major return to tennis following a lengthy absence. Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, recently welcomed her first ... ( read original story ...)
Dexus swings to first loss in 14 years as higher rates crunch property values
TOKYO (Reuters) -As the yen slid past 145 per dollar with barely a murmur from Japanese policymakers during recent days, suspicion grew that they won't be as ... ( read original story ...)
From the U.S. to Japan, regulators are beginning to embrace crypto
Switzerland, Singapore and the EU have taken the early regulatory lead, but Japan and the UAE are coming on now. Even the U.S. may be awakening.
Dismembered Body of U.S. Crypto Millionaire Found in Bulgaria
The dismembered body of a murdered cryptocurrency mogul was reportedly found in Bulgaria's capital Sofia. The remains of Christian Peev, 41, who holds United States and Bulgarian citizenship were found stuffed in a toilet by plumbers who had been called to clear a blocked drain, British newspaper The Mirror reported.
Katie Haun will discuss the future of crypto at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
Launching two crypto funds totaling $1.5 billion is a thrilling accomplishment, especially for a woman in an industry that’s still male-dominated. Crypto VC firms raised more than $22 billion in 2022,
How To Write Off Crypto Losses On Your Taxes
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have soared to values beyond the wildest dreams of Satoshi Nakomoto. These spectacular gains have minted a whole class of crypto millionaires, even after taking into account the downdraft of the 2022-2023 crypto winter.
Crypto industry steps up arguments that Supreme Court doctrine bars SEC enforcement
In briefs filed in the SEC’s case against crypto exchange Coinbase, Coinbase and its supporters urged U.S. District Judge Katherine Polk Failla to disregard a first-of-its-kind finding by her colleague Jed Rakoff in an enforcement action against Terraform Labs and its founder Do Kwon.
News photo exhibition revisits 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake
A news photo exhibition on the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923 will open in Tokyo on Friday to remind Japanese people of the devastati ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo shares close lower on China worries
Tokyo shares closed lower Wednesday on worries over the Chinese economy, with falls on US markets also affecting sentiment.The benchmark Nikkei 225 index gave up 1.46 percent, ... ( read original story ...)
BitGo Bucks Crypto Downturn to Raise Funding at $1.75 Billion Valuation
The crypto company raised $100 million from new investors, emphasizing its focus on following rules and regulations.
A strong tropical storm lashes parts of Japan and disrupts holiday travel
A strong tropical storm is lashing central and western Japan with heavy rain and high winds, causing flooding and power blackouts and paralyzing transportation as many people have been traveling for a Buddhist holiday week. ( read original story ...)
Analysis: Japan’s policymakers hold fire as yen enters intervention range
As the yen slid past 145 per dollar with barely a murmur from Japanese policymakers during recent days, suspicion grew that they won't be as quick to order intervention as they were last year as they now reap some benefits from a weaker currency. ( read original story ...)