This transaction is Japan’s largest IPO since 2018, overtaking Tokyo Metro’s $2.24 billion IPO in September of last year, which was also the country’s largest IPO in 2024.
Circle to launch USDC stablecoin in Japan on 26 March
Circle Internet Financial is set to launch its USDC stablecoin in Japan on 26 March, in collaboration with SBI Holdings. The company, via its local subsidiary Circle Japan KK, will offer USDC to ...
Comedy Romance ‘Tokyo Crush’ Wins Series Mania Best Project Award
One of Series Mania's industry centerpieces, the Pitching Sessions saw 15 projects presented to an industry audience on Tuesday at Series Mania in Lille, northern France. Carrying ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Stands Up New Joint Operations Command Planned to Work with Local U.S. Forces
Japan activated its Japan Self-Defense Force Joint Operations Command (JJOC) Monday, allowing its military to better conduct integrated and joint operations. Japan outlined the intention to establish the JJOC in its Defense Buildup Program (DBP), ( read original story ...)
This Black-owned bakery in Japan has been in business for over 30 years
After coming to Japan on a one-way ticket, Kyle Sexton opened a successful bakery, Kyle's Good Finds, a Tokyo staple for more than three decades. ( read original story ...)
SEC’s Hester Peirce on risks crypto could pose to the stock market
The Head of the Crypto Task Force weighs in on memecoins, investor protections, and how the SEC plans to safeguard crypto markets.
Trump’s Crypto Project to Offer Dollar-Tracking Stablecoin
President Donald Trump’s crypto project World Liberty Financial said it plans to launch a stablecoin redeemable one-for-one with the dollar, an announcement that comes as his administration throws its ...
French-Japanese Comedy ‘Tokyo Crush’ Wins Series Mania Forum Best Project Award
French-Japanese comedy romance series Tokyo Crush has won the Series Mania Co-Pro Pitching Sessions event. The result was announced by Series Mania founder and Director General Laurence Herszberg in the past few minutes, ( read original story ...)
This Underrated Japanese Town Is An Authentic, Mountainous, And Uncrowded Alternative To Tokyo
Escape Tokyo crowds by heading to an underrated mountain town rich in culture and history. Explore the quaint streets while enjoying delicious, authentic eats. ( read original story ...)
Bangkok’s Little Tokyo: Exploring the charm of Soi Thaniya
A vibrant enclave of Japanese culture, food and nightlife, this 300 meters stretch offers visitors a taste of Japan without ever leaving Thailand. With its neon-lit streets, authentic izakayas – casual pubs serving drinks and a variety of food – and deep-rooted history, ( read original story ...)
Circle’s USDC Becomes First Approved Stablecoin in Japan
Circle USDC becomes Japan first approved stablecoin, expanding digital finance opportunities through SBI Holdings partnership.
Trump’s Crypto Venture Introduces New Digital Currency
World Liberty Financial, the crypto business created by President Trump and his sons, unveiled a cryptocurrency called a stablecoin, furthering his ties to an industry his administration regulates.
New Kentucky law guarantees right to hold your own crypto keys
Kentucky's new law secures the right to self-custody Bitcoin and other digital assets, offering legal clarity and protection for crypto holders amid growing national interest in decentralized finance.
Japan’s new smartphone law could exacerbate U.S. trade friction
TOKYO -- A new Japanese law aimed at boosting competition in smartphone software has been criticized by a U.S. economic group for its potential harm to American companies, a claim that could bring ...
Amid Custody Battle With Ex-Wife Kim Kardashian, Kanye West Heads To Tokyo WITHOUT Bianca Censori? Here’s What We Know
Kanye West recently jetted off to Tokyo to cool off after a series of explosive social media rants about his ex-wife, Kim Kardashian. Reports also suggest that Bianca Censori wants to end her ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Set To Welcome First Legally-Backed Dollar Stablecoin: Find Out Which One It Is
Leading stablecoin issuer Circle announced the launch of its USD Coin (CRYPTO: USDC) in Japan on Tuesday through a joint venture with financial conglomerate SBI Holdings Inc. (OTC:SBHGF). What ...