Russia's Foreign Ministry has lodged a protest with Japan, after it protested Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Japan's Northern Territories. ( read original story ...)
A payments app built by crypto exchange Kraken just launched a cash back debit card in bid for consumer wallets
Kraken is vying for a place in consumer wallets as crypto evolves from an asset class into infrastructure for mainstream financial products.
3 Battles Japan Is Losing at Once, Will Bitcoin Feel the Yen Shock?
Japan is losing 3 battles at once as yields spike and the yen falls. Will Bitcoin feel the yen shock? Key levels to watch.
Crypto bill in limbo as stakeholders ramp up recess efforts
A five-week wait on a crucial Senate vote on major cryptocurrency legislation has opened wide a window of opportunity for both advocates and opponents of the measure, which would flesh out in greater detail a regulatory framework for the still-nascent industry’s U.
Bitcoin Holds Near $64K, While Crypto Stocks Slide – Glassnode Says BTC Is Losing Ground To The S&P 500
Glassnode said the current stretch represents the longest period of Bitcoin underperformance relative to the S&P 500 in its six-year history of data.
All aboard as Asian Games preparations enter ‘final stages’
The Asian Games begin in Japan in a month's time featuring teenage prodigies, more athletes than the Olympics and a cruise ship that will house competitors in the middle of typhoon season. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall on stalled US-Iran peace talks, rising bond yields
Tokyo stocks fell Tuesday, with the Nikkei stock index plunging over 2 percent, as stalled U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the war and ... ( read original story ...)
The Kuril Islands: how a visit from Putin reignited a 150-year-old dispute between Japan and Russia
The diplomatic spat continues to simmer as Moscow summons Tokyo’s ambassador after the Russian president’s trip to the disputed islands last week ( read original story ...)
Selling grips bond markets from US to Japan as inflation, fiscal worries take hold
LONDON, Aug 18 (Reuters) - Long-term borrowing costs from the United States to Japan and Germany rose to their highest levels in decades on Tuesday, as renewed inflation worries added to lingering concerns of fiscal pressures across major economies, ( read original story ...)
Credit cards in, Suica and Pasmo out at Tokyo Metro’s experimental gates
Members of the U.S. military community visiting Tokyo have another way to pay for subway rides at two popular destinations. ( read original story ...)
German Drone Maker Helsing Enlists Rakuten to Broker Japan Military Deal
German drone maker Helsing has enlisted Japanese e-commerce and finance firm Rakuten to help finalise a deal to sell its unmanned systems to Japan's army, a spokesperson for Rakuten said on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s 10-year yield hits three-decade peak on inflation worries
Japan's benchmark 10-year government bond yield climbed to a three-decade high on Tuesday as a stalemate in the Middle East conflict stoked inflation worries and reinforced speculation about a near-term Bank of Japan interest-rate increase. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Tourist Association: A Spotlight on Sapporo’s Local Gastronomy
While Sapporo is rightfully world-renowned for its premier winter skiing, global travelers in 2026 are discovering that the city's appeal extends far beyond the snow. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall in morning on stalling US-Iran talks, inflation fears
Tokyo stocks fell Tuesday morning, as stalled negotiations between the United States and Iran to end the war and inflation concerns p ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto News Today: AlphaPepe Presale Stages Sell Fast Before Launch Update as Cardano Price Prediction Eyes $5
Crypto news today is shifting toward AlphaPepe as its presale stages sell fast before the August 19th launch update reveal. The project has now raised $2.34 million, crossed 11,000+ holders, and reached a current presale price of $0.
News in Easy English: Sapporo couple fight Japan’s law on family names
SAPPORO -- A lawsuit in Japan about family names after marriage is now at an important time. A couple in Sapporo sued the state. They say parts of the･･･ ... ( read original story ...)