The US asset manager held discussions to acquire two subsidiaries of T&D Holdings as well as a life insurance unit belonging to Japanese investment firm Orix, with the latter talks described as being ...
Japan reactor restart sparks fresh fears over nuclear waste storage
The reboot highlights a dire problem for the country's nuclear program. Japan is running out of space to store spent nuclear fuel and lacks plans for radioactive waste disposal. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s 55% crypto tax era is ending, will capital follow?
Japan’s Lower House approved a bill on Thursday (June 11) to reclassify cryptos as financial products. This will lead to a cut in the tax rate for capital gains on coins, including Bitcoin and Ether, ...
Japan’s parliament poised to pass sweeping bill to regulate crypto like stocks
The new rules, which are expected to come into effect in 2027, aim to foster innovation and crypto market growth to meet internal and external demand for digital asset services.
Japan moves to regulate crypto-like stocks in market growth push
Japan’s parliament is poised to pass legislation bringing cryptocurrencies under the same regulatory framework as stocks, a move that’s set to expand access to digital assets.
2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games celebrate 100 day countdown with medals and torch design unveiling
2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games celebrate 100 day countdown with medals and torch design unveiling ... ( read original story ...)
Teenagers in Tokyo allegedly used ChatGPT to decide extortion amount in assault case
Five teenagers were arrested in January over the alleged assault and attempted extortion of ¥150,000 from a high school student in the city of Hachioji. ( read original story ...)
Chinese national robbed, injured in Tokyo’s busy commercial district
The two men allegedly sprayed the victim with what appeared to be tear gas, struck her on the back of the head, and snatched her bag, which contained cash, before fleeing. Kenya breaking news | Kenya ... ( read original story ...)
How Japan just turned the tables on China
A recent development involving Japan and China is drawing global attention. Analysts say Japan may have scored a significant geopolitical and strategic victory that caught Beijing off guard. The move ... ( read original story ...)
Man steals bag from 95-year-old woman in Nagoya distraction theft
Police in Nagoya are hunting for a man who brazenly stole a bag from a 95-year-old woman after distracting her by asking for directions ... ( read original story ...)
Takaichi Says 100% of Japan’s Oil Supply to Avoid Hormuz in July
Japan’s crude oil imports in July are expected to be fully sourced from areas that don’t require transit through the Strait of Hormuz, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Thursday, as she seeks to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan secures stable crude supplies through March 2028, PM Takaichi says
Japan has secured stable oil supplies through the end of March 2028 despite the Iran war through a combination of alternative crude imports and stockpile releases, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto investors are preparing for the SpaceX IPO, says Solana Foundation’s president
Lily Liu, President of Solana Foundation, says the disappointing price action of cryptocurrencies is due to investors rotating out to participate in the SpaceX IPO. She explains that the listing is in ...
Why the blockbuster SpaceX IPO may spell more bad news for crypto
SpaceX's much-anticipated $75 billion initial public offering, set to be the largest ever, will likely keep cryptocurrency prices in the doldrums as retail investors attracted to new and risky ...
3 Risk-Off Signs Point to Deepening Caution Across Crypto Markets
Trading volume, sentiment, and Binance liquidity all turn risk-off as crypto market value slides toward $2.13 trillion.
Commission of 1: A top Wall Street regulator gains new sway over crypto, prediction markets under Trump
Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chair Michael Selig’s influence over Wall Street is on the rise under President Donald Trump. Not everyone is on board.