JAXA announced on Feb. 26 that it had successfully communicated with its Smart Lander for Investigating Moon. The agency said its spacecraft will now have to deal with temperatures of more than 200 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan issues fresh warning against excessive yen moves
Japan's top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said on Wednesday authorities were ready to take appropriate action if excessive moves were seen in the exchange-rate market. ( read original story ...)
Crypto miner lawsuit sets back US effort to track booming power use
U.S. officials this week indefinitely withdrew a survey aimed at gathering information on the crypto-mining industry's power use, hindering attempts to understand the sector's impact on grids and ...
Bitcoin Bids, Coinbase Crashes: A Lesson For Crypto Companies
For an asset as volatile as bitcoin, it sure is predictable. Coinbase's platform crash is a reminder that staying on mission is critically important.
Former crypto director banned from leaving Australia after Blockchain Global collapsed owing $58m
Liang ‘Allan’ Guo has been deemed a flight risk and ordered to hand over any passports in his possession ...
Coinbase says some users are seeing $0 balances, but their crypto is safe
Thousands are reporting that their Coinbase cryptocurrency accounts appear to be empty, but the company says the assets are safe.
Stock market today: Global shares mostly decline, while Tokyo again finishes at a record high
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares mostly declined Monday, although Tokyo’s benchmark Nikkei 225 index reached another record high. France’s CAC 40 slipped 0.4% in early trading to 7,935.33.
Japan January factory output falls 7.5% m/m
Japan's factory output fell 7.5% in January from the previous month, compared with the median market forecast for a 7.3% drop, government data showed on Thursday. Manufacturers surveyed by the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s top FX diplomat: Ready to respond if excess currency volatility seen
Japan's top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said on Wednesday authorities were ready to take appropriate action if excessive moves were seen in the exchange-rate market. "I won't comment on recent ... ( read original story ...)
Charity performing arts show held in northeast Japan to support quake-hit Noto region
A local traditional performing arts charity show was held on Feb. 25 in this northeastern Japan town, which was devastated by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami, to support the areas ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s top FX diplomat: Ready to respond vs excess currency volatility
Japan's top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said on Wednesday authorities were ready to take appropriate action if excessive moves were seen in the exchange-rate market. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin surges to new all-time highs in 14 countries amid economic turmoil
Bitcoin’s recent surge in value reflects its growing acceptance and adoption worldwide. The 14 countries witnessing record-breaking highs include Japan, Argentina, Laos, Congo, Ghana, Turkey, Burundi, ...
Japan Positioned as Global Leader in Compliant Crypto Payments, Says Report
Japan is a global leader in compliant crypto payment services, according to a report published today by independent finance news outlet FinanceFeeds. The ...
Japan’s young people refuse to tie the knot as marriages hit a 90-year low
Analysts said that economic challenges paired with struggles of finding a partner during the height of COVID-19 have created a “marriage ice age” in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin ETFs see record high trading volumes as retail investors jump on crypto rally
The new bitcoin funds have seen their trading volume surge this week as the cryptocurrency continues to climb. The highly active market around these funds is likely a sign that retail traders are ...
Organisers keen on cricket in 2026 Asian Games despite venue woes
NEW DELHI, Feb 28 (Reuters) - The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) is eager to have cricket at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan and is exploring the idea of converting a baseball stadium in Nagoya for this ... ( read original story ...)