Japan’s auction of 20-year government bonds on Tuesday will be closely watched as the risk of a government spending surge weighs on investor appetite for super-long debt. ( read original story ...)
Hokkaido Univ. students protest over assistant professor’s alcohol-fueled violence
A male assistant professor at Hokkaido University assaulted and injured multiple students while intoxicated at a social gathering, sources ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Zelenskyy puts on a suit, sends crypto prediction markets rallying
As Zelenskyy didn't wear a formal suit during the Feb. 18 meeting, users on Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction platform, placed bets on whether he would wear a suit before July. As Zelenskyy met ...
US tariffs tighten screws on Japanese and South Korean captive finance
Japanese and South Korean automakers reel from US trade penalties as captive finance arms shift from support roles to survival strategies.
Tinubu arrives Japan for TICAD9 meeting
President Bola Tinubu arrived Tokyo Japan on Monday for the Ninth edition of the Tokyo International Conference on African ... ( read original story ...)
Another crypto exchange files for IPO
Gemini, founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has filed for a U.S. IPO after rivals Circle and Bullish staged blockbuster debuts.
Crypto analyst remembers FTX as MrBeast raises 12M
Crypto donor says FTX rerouted his $200K clean water gift through political network. As YouTuber MrBeast raised more than $12 million in a widely celebrated livestream for a clean water ...
What To Do If You Experience Earthquakes On Your Trip To Japan
Find out how to be ready for earthquakes and coastal hazards in Japan so you can explore beaches, temples, and city attractions with peace of mind. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks hit record highs for the third time in a week
Tokyo stocks continued to rally on Monday, hitting a third all-time high in five trading days, as economies globally perform better than expected and as investors anticipate a rate cut in the United ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto analyst drops ‘Buy’ signal as controversial AI project goes after Dogecoin
Meanwhile, the controversial AI-focused crypto project Qubic, which recently targeted Monero for mining control, has voted to go after Dogecoin next.
Popular crypto analyst warns Bitcoin will collapse in 7 years
Debate reignites as analyst says Bitcoin must inflate beyond 21M cap or risk collapse. As Bitcoin is struggling to regain traction, down nearly 4% in the last 30 days, an analyst has ignited a fierce ...
Firefly Conducts Feasibility Study To Launch Alpha Rocket From Japan
Firefly Aerospace, which went public earlier this month, is exploring launching its Alpha rocket from Japan in a bid to expand its service globally, according to a Japanese company that operates a ...
Indonesia Pavilion draws over 2 million visitors at Expo 2025 Osaka
The number of visitors to the Indonesia Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, has surpassed the two-million mark since its opening in April 2025. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Yen Joins the Stablecoin Race With Landmark FSA Approval
Japan’s FSA is preparing to greenlight the first yen-pegged stablecoin in Q4. JPYC, a Tokyo-based fintech, will issue the token once it secures its money ...
Wall Street Issues Serious $6.6 Trillion Crypto Warning As Price Crash Fears Hit Bitcoin, Ethereum And XRP
Bitcoin—alongside other major cryptocurrencies ethereum and XRP—have fallen sharply, raising fears of a crypto market ...
Crypto trading for beginners — what to know before you buy
Crypto trading is booming — but for beginners, it can be a maze of hype, scams, and volatility. This guide walks you through how to start safely, use the right tools, and build smart habits from ...