South Korea's Hyundai Motor said on Friday it will introduce the cheapest compact electric car in Japan, to penetrate a market dominated by local auto giants with established hybrid petrol-electric ... ( read original story ...)
‘The only one not convinced is you’ — Pro-XRP CEO Yoshitaka Kitao scolds Japanese PM on high crypto tax rates
The CEO of financial services conglomerate SBI Holdings has criticized Japan’s prime minister (PM) regarding the government’s absurd crypto tax rates. Yoshitaka Kitao, a proponent of the XRP ecosystem ...
Crypto CEOs Clamor for Access to Trump as Inauguration Day Nears
Circle Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Allaire said Thursday on X that the stablecoin company contributed tokens worth $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural committee — joining a ...
Historical Market Cycle Chart Suggests Crypto Bull Run May Last Until 2026
The ongoing crypto bull run, fueled by institutional adoption and the incoming pro-crypto administration, could extend until 2026, according to a historical market cycles chart dating back to 1875.
That was fast: Musk busted for abusing MAGA role in crypto plot, GOP budget chief debunks DOGE
Elon Musk is backtracking on his biggest DOGE promise to cut $2 trillion in federal spending. MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports. (The Beat's YouTube playlist: Ari: / arimelber Beat merch: ...
Japan’s Household Spending Falls for Fourth Month
Japan’s households cut consumption for a fourth month as inflation continues to weigh on their purchasing power, showing an economic fragility that’s likely to keep the Bank of Japan cautious about ...
Japan November household spending falls 0.4% y/y
Japanese household spending fell 0.4% in November from a year earlier, internal affairs ministry data showed on Friday. That compared with the median market forecast for a 0.6% decline. On a ... ( read original story ...)
Three A16Z Predictions For Crypto Spring And Why Only Two Are Right
Venture capitalists Andreessen Horowitz have released their predictions for “crypto”. I’ve picked three key areas where I think we will see creativity in the coming year.
Bitcoin briefly slips to $91,000 level as inflation worries return: 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 ...
Man pleads guilty in failed ransom plot that may have been linked to $240M crypto heist
A Florida man has pleaded guilty in connection with the carjacking and kidnapping of a Connecticut couple, in what authorities call a failed ransom plot that may have been linked to a $240 million ...
L.A. County fires postponed Kings’ game at Crypto.com Arena — and now Thursday’s Lakers game
Two professional sporting events at Crypto.com Arena have been postponed on consecutive days because of the raging wildfires in Los Angeles County. The NHL postponed the game between the Kings and ...
From Japan to St. Lucia, here’s where airfare is falling in 2025
International airfare is falling this year over last, while domestic U.S. tickets are more expensive, according to Hopper. Airlines have increased capacity to popular destinations like Japan from the U. ( read original story ...)
Joe Biden’s mixed legacy on Japan
W ITHIN 24 HOURS on January 6th, two events took place that encapsulate the mixed legacy Joe Biden will leave in America’s relationship with Japan. That afternoon North Korea tested an intermediate-range ballistic missile, ( read original story ...)
Japan to consider ‘economic security’ in 7-Eleven takeover
TOKYO: Japan will look at the "economic security" aspects of any foreign acquisition of 7-Eleven, a government minister said as Canada's Couche-Tard pursues a takeover of the world's largest convenience chain. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling LDP to resume talks on selective dual surname system for married couples
Gender rights advocates say this is a step in the right direction but warn conservative opposition may still stall progress Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has confirmed that an internal working group will resume discussions on changing the law to allow women to retain their maiden name after marriage, ( read original story ...)
Can Trump’s Erratic Style Truly Lead The US To Global Crypto Dominance?
As the president-elect prepares to lead an unprecedentedly pro-crypto administration, prominent advocacy organizations are actively opposing the creation of a central ...