Japan's ruling party may lose its sole majority in the lower house for the first time in 15 years, the Nikkei newspaper said on Thursday, citing its poll ahead of the Oct. 27 election. The Liberal ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports drop 1.7% year/year in September
Japanese exports dropped 1.7% year-on-year in September, marking the first decrease in 10 months, data from the Ministry of Finance showed on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake-resistant ‘flexible tripile’ offshore foundation for wind turbines unveiled
Developed by J-Power and the University of Tokyo, the earthquake-resistant foundation for fixed-bottom offshore wind turbines is tailored for Japan’s topography. ( read original story ...)
Metaplanet raises bitcoin put option strike price to $66K, adds 5.9 BTC in premium
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has adjusted its bitcoin put options, raising the strike price to $66,000, following an earlier transaction. According to an October 16 announcement, the ...
Bitcoin Rockets Past $68K as Japan Unveils Massive Stimulus; Analysts Predict $73K Next
Bitcoin soared beyond $68,000 today following Japans announcement of a significant economic stimulus package. Market optimism is rising as analysts predict the rally could propel Bitcoin to $73,000, ...
Bitcoin tests $68,000, its highest level since July: CNBC Crypto World
CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry.
Watch: Tokyo holds competition for those great at doing absolutely nothing
Nearly 100 contestants in Tokyo competed in the "Space-out Competition" on Sunday, the ultimate test of doing nothing. Held at Ark Karajan Plaza in Roppongi Hills, the competition challenged 60 groups composed of 90 individuals, ( read original story ...)
African crypto startup Yellow Card raises $33M led by Blockchain Capital to scale its B2B pivot
Africa’s blockchain and crypto space is receiving a much-needed venture boost during a tough time for startups, some of which have retreated from specific markets or completely shut down due to issues like harsh regulatory environment,
Experts, researchers prepare for Pacific Northwest tsunami: ‘You don’t know when this is going to happen’
“The day it releases all that tension, all that stress is just released, the plate lifts up, pushes the water out of the way, and that's what creates the tsunami,” said Dan Cox, a professor of coastal ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Usage Setting Records Amid Regulatory Uncertainty, A16z Says in Report
Crypto usage has reached record levels, according to venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) in its annual “State of Crypto” report
Best Meme Coins To Buy Now, October 16 – Osaka Protocol, Maneki, Baby Doge Coin
This article analyzes some of the best meme coins to buy. These tokens have displayed impressive price performances and can offer high ROI.
Japan shares fall on weak chip market outlook while LVMH sales drop drags Europe down
LVMH CFO Jean-Jacques Guiony said that “consumer confidence in mainland China today is back in line with the all-time low reached during COVID.” ...
Pokemon x Kogei Craft Exhibit Will Come to Tokyo in Late 2024
The “Pokemon x Kogei – Playful Encounters of Pokemon and Japanese Craft” event will take place at the Azabudai Hills Gallery in Tokyo, Japan. It will run from Friday, November 1, 2024, until Sunday, February 2, 2025. ( read original story ...)
The Tennis World Celebrates Naomi Osaka’s 27th Birthday
Activist, fashion icon, and tennis legend Naomi Osaka turned 27 years old today. The four-time Grand Slam champion regularly discusses her libra tendencies on social media, and fans from all over the world are using their platforms to wish her a happy birthday. ( read original story ...)
Any deployment of U.S. nuclear arms to Japan would collapse regional stability, Russia says
Any deployment of U.S. nuclear weapons to Japan in the framework of an "Asian NATO" would lead to a collapse in regional stability, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on ... ( read original story ...)
China’s $6.5 Trillion Stock Plunge Nightmare Isn’t Over Yet
If you think Jerome Powell and Kazuo Ueda are having a rough 2024, consider the plight of their central banking counterpart in Beijing. ( read original story ...)