Israel Police announced the freezing of cryptocurrency accounts belonging to Hamas. It said it worked with Binance to locate and freeze the accounts. Binance said it had worked to help "ongoing ...
Explainer-Japan’s carbon pricing scheme kicks off at Tokyo Stock Exchange
The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) started trading carbon credits on Wednesday, a key element in Japan's strategy to tackle climate change.The world's fifth-largest carbon dioxide (CO2) emitter is the lat ...
Standing on the blades of heavy equipment and working on it, destroying an adjacent apartment building… Shocking photos of a business hotel “demolition site that is too …
The demolition site of a business hotel in Shinagawa Ward has been ordered to halt construction. The shatterproof sheets were torn in places, and heavy machinery was tilted so much that it almost ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reflections
I always look forward to overseas trips, whether it is for a vacation or for official business. I would definitely prefer travelling with my family but there are times you need to travel on your own. ( read original story ...)
UP, Nagoya University expand PhD program
THE University of the Philippines (UP) and Nagoya University (NU) of Japan have expanded their collaboration for doctorate scholarships for Filipino professionals. UP System President Angelo Jimenez, ... ( read original story ...)
Rangers manager candidate Kevin Muscat drops major hint on his future after Yokohama cup match
KEVIN MUSCAT remains in contention to become Rangers’ next manager. And the Australian has dropped a hint about his future plans. Rangers chiefs have been in London this week conducting ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s French Open Withdrawal Sparks Global Convo on Athletes’ Mental Health
At the epicenter of the controversy is Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka, who withdrew from the French Open after being fined for her decision to not speak to the media. Naomi Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam winner, announced her withdrawal from the French ... ( read original story ...)
Senators Urge IRS to Speed Up Plan to Snag Crypto Tax Cheats
A group of senators led by Democrat Elizabeth Warren and Independent Angus King is pushing US tax officials to move up the start date for crypto brokerages and exchanges to report information on their clients’ transactions to the government.
Japan, World Bank launch project to diversify energy supply chain
Japan, the World Bank and several partner countries on Wednesday launched a $40 million partnership project to diversify supply chains for clean energy products, a move seen by some analysts as aimed ...
Warren Buffett’s Growing Interest in Japan: Financial Sector on the Horizon?
is highly likely to invest in Japanese financial stocks such as insurance and banking on the 11th (local time). After Warren Buffett, Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, announced in April that he had ...
Olympics: Sapporo joins exodus of potential hosts
With the official withdrawal of its bid for the 2030 Winter Olympics, Sapporo on Wednesday joined the growing number of potential hosts shelving their plans even before the International Olympic Committee's selection process begins. ( read original story ...)
Kevin Muscat shows off Rangers colours as he turns crowd cheerleader in jubilant Yokohama celebrations
Kevin Muscat has guided his Yokohama F Marinos side to an important victory – and he's been leading the celebration festivities in its aftermath. The Aussie is one of the final contenders for the ... ( read original story ...)
Toyota Teases New Concepts For Tokyo Including Boxy EV, Coupe, And Sedan
Toyota teased a trio of concept cars for the Japan Mobility Show 2023 which will open its doors in a couple of weeks in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Stock Exchange kicks off carbon credit trading
The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) started trading carbon credits on Wednesday, a key element in the world's fifth-largest carbon dioxide (CO2) emitter Japan's strategy to tackle climate change.Following ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto token ether could rise five-fold by end-2026, StanChart says
Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency, may rise more than five-fold in value by the end of 2026, according to global bank Standard Chartered, its latest prediction of rocketing crypto prices. Ether may hit $8,
The Trial of Crypto’s Golden Boy
A podcast series that brings you regular updates on all the twists and turns in the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried.