Trump has vowed to make the U.S. into the world's bitcoin and crypto capital during his second term, with his recently confirmed plan to establish a bitcoin strategic reserve similar to the country's ...
Japan’s Mizuho Bank says connection disruption hit online transaction
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Mizuho Bank said Tuesday that its systems experienced connection disruptions from around 7 a.m., affecting online transactions for individuals and corporations, but it stressed there ...
Yokohama Milaight
This winter, the 1.5km-long street right outside the east exit of JR Yokohama Station turns into a sparkling wonderland. Stretching from the station to Grand Mall Park and beyond, this ... ( read original story ...)
Safety in numbers: how crypto helps to bank the unbanked
In developing countries around the world, the case for crypto as a payment and investment tool has become significantly stronger ...
Which Crypto To Invest In? Top 5 Cryptocurrencies to Buy that Could Explode in 2025
Which crypto to invest in—could be among the questions of blockchain whales and aficionados as they strategize for well-diversified portfolios for the coming ye ...
A better year awaits IPO bankers as Hong Kong claws its way back into top 10 markets
EV battery marker CATL and condiment producer Foshan Haitian are among mainland industry champions seeking a listing in Hong Kong in 2025.
2 die in residential fire on New Year’s Eve near Tokyo Skytree
Two people died after a fire broke out in a residential area near Tokyo Skytree on Tuesday evening, local authorities said. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s best high school marching band readies for Rose Parade performance
New Year's Day marks the third time the Kyoto Tachibana Senior High band will perform at Rose Parade. Bands from Mexico, Panama and Denmark will march too. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s 18-year-olds rise to 1.09 million, yet still 2nd lowest
The number of 18-year-olds in Japan totaled 1.09 million as of Wednesday, a government estimate showed, up by 30,000 from last year b ... ( read original story ...)
2024 The Year Of Crypto: From Bitcoin ETFs To Memecoins
As the best year in crypto’s history comes to a close, it’s worth looking back at how it went and where it leaves us for 2025.
Yokohama Rubber to launch new ADVAN V61 tire for premium SUVs
The newly launched ADVAN V61 is a premium SUV tire that delivers exceptional performance to meet the needs of automobile manufacturers. Along with ADVAN’s hallmark premium-grade driving performance, ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s what crypto experts believe is coming in 2025
Stablecoins, regulatory clarity, artificial intelligence, and DePIN are the key buzzwords for the upcoming year.
Why Japanese Stocks Are Suddenly Getting Less Love
Of all the things sure to sour Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s holiday mood, foreign investors falling out of love with Tokyo stocks has really got to hurt.
Japan’s stock market still relatively cheap: Vantage Point Asset Management’s Nicholas Ferres
Nicholas Ferres, Founding Partner & CIO at Vantage Point Asset Management, believes that Japanese equities are still undervalued, trading at under 10 times earnings. He favors large Japanese exporters ... ( read original story ...)
‘Kalki 2898 AD’ Producers Reflect on Global Impact Ahead of Japan Release (EXCLUSIVE)
Indian sci-fi epic 'Kalki 2898 AD' reaches global milestones as producers reflect on worldwide audience impact and cinematic vision. ( read original story ...)
Stock market today: Asian shares trade mixed, as Tokyo and Seoul are shuttered for New Year holidays
Asian markets shares were mixed on Tuesday, with trading closed in Tokyo and Seoul for New Year holidays. Markets are nearing the close of a stellar year driven by a growing economy, solid consumer ...