TOKYO -- Western Digital, the world's largest manufacturer of hard-disk drives, will invest $1 billion in Japan over the next five years to help the company "drive the next generation of innovation," ...
Expo 2025 Osaka nears close after attracting millions to glimpse a sustainable future
Expo 2025 Osaka continues to attract massive crowds, both domestic and international, eager to experience a tangible vision of a sustainable future before the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is arming a warship with US missiles that can hit targets up to 1,000 miles away as Pacific arms race heats up
A Japanese warship is on the way to the United States to be fitted with Tomahawk cruise missiles, the latest move by Washington and its Asian allies to beef up firepower as adversaries like China and ... ( read original story ...)
Inside Yokohama’s Strategy That Drove Sales Past ¥1 Trillion
The Yokohama tire strategy pushed sales past ¥1 trillion ($6.7B) in 2025, reshaping global growth and creating new opportunities for dealers. ( read original story ...)
SBI Crypto Reportedly Hit by $21M Hack With Suspected DPRK Links
SBI Crypto, a subsidiary of Japan’s SBI Group, has reportedly suffered a $21 million exploit with blockchain sleuths pointing to possible ties with North Korean hackers.
AI stock crashes 60% on shocking crypto announcement
The market didn't react kindly to the announcement as VisionSys AI's stock fell more than 60% to as low as $1.26 within hours of the market opening on Oct. 1. However, VSA began a recovery after ...
Singapore’s Token2049, world’s biggest crypto event, draws 250,000 amid US policy shift
Crypto enthusiasts from around the globe descend on the city state, preaching a future where blockchain-based technology dominates.
Leading Crypto to Purchase Before 2026: Why BlockchainFX Presale Is Outperforming Tron and Stellar
BlockchainFX presale hits 8 point 5M setting it apart from Tron and Stellar Learn how this trading super app offers a 38x gain potential for early buyers.
Why Ichiro won’t stop working like a player: ‘Seeing makes the message so much more believable’
Whether in his role working with the Mariners, or in his efforts to promote girls baseball in Japan, Ichiro works like he's still a player ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama City Visitors Bureau launched a new tourism branding campaign ‘Blooming Yokohama’ toward GREEN×EXPO 2027
Yokohama City Visitors Bureau launched a new tourism branding campaign ‘Blooming Yokohama’ to create momentum for ‘GREEN×EXPO 2027,' which will be held from March 19 to September 26 2027. ( read original story ...)
Metaplanet to Issue Perpetual Preferred Shares in Bid to Boost Bitcoin Holdings
Metaplanet unveils Phase II with perpetual preferred shares to expand bitcoin treasury, cut dilution, and upgrade 2025 guidance.
Metaplanet boosts Bitcoin reserves with 5,268 BTC buy
Metaplanet has acquired 5,268 Bitcoin, worth a total of 91.6 billion yen ($623 million), as part of its Bitcoin accumulation strategy.
Metaplanet Hits 30K Bitcoin Holdings Target as Q4 Begins, but Stock Tanks 10%
Market cap: $2.32 T Vol. 24h: $60.88 B holder, Metaplanet, extended its lead with the purchase of another 5,268 BTC on Oct. 1. The Japanese firm purchased the latest BTC stash at $116,870 per Bitcoin, ...
Metaplanet Becomes 4th Largest Bitcoin Holder With 30,823 BTC, Doubles FY2025 Outlook
Metaplanet now holds 30,823 BTC, making it the 4th largest public Bitcoin holder, while doubling FY2025 guidance and outlining Phase II plans.
Daiwa Securities Launches Crypto-Backed Loan Referral Service
Daiwa Securities begins introducing clients to Fintertech crypto-backed loans, offering yen borrowing against Bitcoin and Ethereum holdings.
Japan tightens standards for foreign driver’s license conversions
TOKYO -- Japan on Wednesday began enforcing stricter rules for foreigners seeking to convert their overseas driver's licenses. Applicants are now required to submit a copy of a residence certificate ...