By Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, July 22 (Reuters) - Japan's exports rose for a tenth straight month in June, government data showed on Wednesday, driven by a weak yen and strong demand driven by AI-related ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s exports jump 19.3% in June, extend growth streak to 10 months despite Iran war disruptions
Japan’s exports rose 19.3% year-on-year in June, extending their growth streak to 10 months, while surging imports widened the trade deficit amid higher energy costs and disruptions linked to the Iran ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but women say it’s ‘leg hair harassment’
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts. ( read original story ...)
Japan exports in June jump 19.3% year/year
TOKYO, July 21 (Reuters) - Japanese exports rose 19.3% year-on-year in June, up for a 10th straight month, data from the Ministry of Finance showed on Wednesday. The result compared with an 18.6% ... ( read original story ...)
Time for a crypto comeback? Traders bet that this stock will lead the way
Crypto bulls have been waiting for a rebound, and traders think this stock could lead the way.
Barry Moore benefits from powerful crypto group’s ‘biggest bet’ this election
Rep. Barry Moore, the Republican nominee for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat, has reported receiving more campaign money from a powerful cryptocurrency group than any other member of Congress. Since ...
Popular crypto firm files for Chapter 11 after token collapse
Movement Labs, the developer behind the Movement blockchain, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. after months of turmoil triggered by its controversial token launch and a failed ...
Crypto’s Bipartisan Clarity Push Faces A Final Obstacle Course
Democrats and Republicans in Congress are ready to pass crypto market structure legislation, after bipartisan compromise on ethics and illicit finance.
Japan’s AI gamble: Can technology offset the cost of an ageing society?
From underground networks to emerging AI start-ups, Japan is testing whether its greatest issue can be an opportunity. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo-area condo prices hit record high in first half of 2026
The average price of new condominiums in the Tokyo metropolitan area rose 13.1% from a year before to ¥101.35 million. ( read original story ...)
NYU Considers Tokyo Campus As Japan’s Global Appeal Soars
With Japan drawing record numbers of international students, NYU is considering a Tokyo campus in a sign of how global higher education is evolving. ( read original story ...)
Japan bond jitters overshadow Takaichi’s first economic policy roadmap
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, July 21 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi vowed to boost investment in growth areas in her first economic blueprint finalised on Tuesday, a pledge overshadowed ... ( read original story ...)
Japan raises fears over Chinese destroyer’s live-fire exercise with Russia
Japan has hit out after China used live rounds to conduct live drills off an island in the Pacific Ocean on Sunday. The incident happened during a joint exercise with Russia. The Chinese Luyang ... ( read original story ...)
Japan launches residential proxy alliance: Hijacked home devices enabled ¥2.89B bank fraud
Residential proxy Japan banking fraud reached crisis scale in 2024: 1,918 confirmed cases cost 2.89 billion yen as criminals hijacked cheap AOSP streaming boxes to defeat bank geolocation filters.
Chinese Destroyer’s Live-Fire Drill Draws Protest by Japan
Tokyo lodged a formal complaint with Beijing, the latest point of contention in the tense relationship between the two countries. ( read original story ...)
Japan bond jitters overshadow Takaichi’s debut economic blueprint
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, July 21 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi vowed to boost investment in growth areas in her first economic blueprint finalised on Tuesday, a pledge overshadowed ... ( read original story ...)