TOKYO -- With the reprise from the U.S.'s sweeping tariffs ending in about a month, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba hopes to reach a deal before then by seizing two potential opportunities to ...
Why Nissan’s Car Seats Might Replace Your Desk Chair
The Nissan N7 has ultra-comfy seats that are so comfortable they will be transformed into standalone office chairs. ( read original story ...)
Recap of the “Shanghai Summer” Global Campaign – Osaka Edition
On the afternoon of May 21, 2025, the 'Shanghai Select - Made in Shanghai Showcase' and the Osaka edition of the 'Shanghai Summer' global promotional campaign officially launched at Grand Green Osaka ... ( read original story ...)
First look at the Ricoh GR IV, as the compact camera goes on display in Tokyo
The Ricoh GR IV might be the most anticipated camera release of 2025. Building on the cult status of the Ricoh GR III and GR IIIx, the first official glimpse of the GR IV has just taken place at GR ... ( read original story ...)
Metaplanet Grows Bitcoin Treasury to 8,888 BTC With New Buy
Metaplent now holds 8,888 BTC at an average purchase price of $93,354, giving it a return of 10.6% on today’s BTC price.
Ethereum Co-Founder Credits Michael Saylor for Crypto Treasury Firm Nudge
Long-time crypto advocate and Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin says he was swayed into launching a firm to invest in the network’s native currency about six-months ago by the best-known advocate of ...
Binance CEO Richard Teng on SEC suit dismissal, Trump meme coin and crypto regulation
Binance CEO Richard Teng joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the SEC's dismissal of its lawsuit against the company, Trump meme coin, crypto regulation, crypto market competition, and more.
Hazer Group to advance hydrogen methane pyrolysis project in Japan
Australia’s Hazer Group is to develop a clean hydrogen and graphite project in Nagoya, Japan, using methane pyrolysis. Integrating with Chubu Electric’s LNG supply chain and infrastructure and ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama works with Asian Development Bank toward making sustainable cities around the world
Distinguished presenters at the session in ADB Annual Meeting in Milano Site visit to the Minato Mirai 21 district as part of the ADB Transportation Sector Leadership Program Yokohama promotes ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is a model of cleanliness. So where are all the trash cans?
Twenty-two percent of tourists cited the difficulty of finding a place to throw away garbage as the single biggest issue they’d dealt with during their trip to Japan ... ( read original story ...)
EU clears venture for fighter jet co-operation between UK, Italy and Japan
The European Commission has approved a deal between Britain’s BAE Systems, Italy’s Leonardo and the Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co to govern the production of a next-generation fighter jet. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin, Bonds, and the Rising Influence of Japan’s Yield Curve
Nakamura suggests JGBs are now at the center of the global financial system, influencing everything from crypto to equities, FX, and gold. In the meantime, he urges investors regardless of asset class ...
Crypto’s credit card dilemma
A fierce lobbying war in Washington is threatening to jeopardize one of President Donald Trump’s top financial policy priorities on Capitol Hill.
New competitive animation festival to launch in Japan
The inaugural Aichi Nagoya International Animation Film Festival (ANIAFF) is scheduled to take place from December 12-17. Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya is known as the home of Ghibli Park, a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Mitsubishi Launches $700 Million VC Arm
Through MC Global Innovation, Mitsubishi Corporation will consolidate startup investments from its eight business groups. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Fragile Debt Market Faces Two Auction Hurdles This Week
Japan’s bond market faces more challenges with debt sales on Tuesday and Thursday that may ramp up pressure on the government to adjust its borrowing plans and calm investor nerves. ( read original story ...)