A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan's Iwate Prefecture at 5:03 p.m. local time on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Japan Considers Mandating Crypto Custody Providers to Register with Authorities
Japan’s FSA plans new rules requiring crypto custody providers to register with authorities before working with exchanges.
The Bumpy Road for Crypto-Treasury Companies.
That's the approximate market value of Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, as of Friday's close—down from a peak of about $128 billion in July. Shares of Michael Saylor’s “crypto-treasury” ...
Crypto treasury companies pivot to fringe tokens, stoking volatility fears
As companies focused on stockpiling bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies come under pressure amid market saturation and souring sentiment, new entrants are pushing into less popular tokens, ...
Bank of Japan signals it’s inclined to increase rates, with the usual caveats
The central bank will make the move as long as wages keep moving up at a healthy pace, and there are no big surprises.
7th Ruling Finds Japan Upper House Poll in Unconstitutional State
Sapporo High Court ruled Monday that the July 20 election for the House of Councillors, the upper chamber of the Diet, Japan's parliament, was conducted "in a state of unconstitutionality" due to vote ... ( read original story ...)
Powerful quake strikes off the coast of Japan, tsunami advisory issued
A tsunami of about 10 centimeters (4 inches) was detected at Ofunato city in Iwate Prefecture, Ominato port, Miyako and Kamaishi, and subsequently as high as 20 centimeters (8 inches) in the coastal area of Kuji, NHK said. ( read original story ...)
Chinese diplomat threatens to cut off Japan leader’s head
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told lawmakers a conflict over Taiwan could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan. ( read original story ...)
Survey: Japan’s rice prices likely to fall in coming months
A survey of rice growers and wholesalers in Japan shows they expect prices of the staple to fall in the coming months. That's because freshly harvested grain will boost inventory levels. ( read original story ...)
[Bitcoin Now] “Japan Has Issued Stablecoins Too… Bank of Korea Wasting Time on Seven Baseless Rumors”
"Japan established a stablecoin law in June and issued its first stablecoin on October 27. This is something we need to pay attention to," said Ando ...
Aside From Super Typhoon Uwan, Recent Japan Earthquake Brings Tsunami Fears to the Philippines – How Likely Will This Happen?
After super typhoon Uwan, Filipinos are worried about the possibility of a tsunami after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japanese smart city offers residents quake, privacy protection
Digital tools launched in a Japanese smart city that can send disaster alerts to safeguard residents are part of an optional technology push aiming to overcome social and economic challenges, while also allaying privacy fears. ( read original story ...)
Nepathya to bring Nepali folk-rock to three Japanese cities
KATHMANDU, Nov 10: Folk-rock band Nepathya is set to perform a series of concerts in three Japanese cities—Nagoya, Tokyo, and Osaka. The band, which shares many bittersweet memories with Japan from ... ( read original story ...)
Sanseito support and Osaka anti-xenophobia protests: Our 5 most-read stories from last week
We've listed our five most read stories on The Mainichi news site, from top to bottom, that were published between November 1 and 9. The first story w ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo looks to keep ‘monster parents’ at bay with new protocols
Measures from limiting the duration of meetings to having a lawyer handle complaints aim to protect teachers from irrational requests and abusive behaviors. ( read original story ...)
Chinese Diplomat Threatens To Cut Off Japan’s Leader Head
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told lawmakers a conflict over Taiwan could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan. ( read original story ...)