A tech billionaire and prominent Democratic Party donor says he will part ways with a highly influential network of crypto industry super PACs, claiming—in a series of leaked emails—that they’re too “stupid,” “selfish,” and short-sighted to associate with.
Democrats snub crypto in 2024 platform. Will it hurt them in the election?
The Democratic platform's exclusion of crypto could signal ongoing resistance, contrasting sharply with the Republican embrace.
Japan Airlines to enhance air connectivity on Tokyo-Bengaluru route
Japan Airlines will increase flights from Tokyo to Bengaluru to five per week starting late October, up from three, due to rising demand. Currently, JAL is the sole carrier offering direct flights from Bangalore, ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Aug factory activity declines slow, PMI shows
Japan's factory activity shrank in August amid subdued demand although the pace of decline slowed, while the service sector expanded, showing upbeat conditions in some industries, a business survey ... ( read original story ...)
An airport in Japan shut down because a pair of scissors went missing
A misplaced office item caused 31 flight cancelations at Japan’s busy New Chitose Airport on the island of Hokkaido. ( read original story ...)
The ‘Bitcoin, Not Crypto’ Debate: Why Words Matter
Explore differences between Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Understand why words matter in the ongoing debate and how these terms impact financial and regulatory talks.
Does Harris Have A Plan For US Crypto And Blockchain Industries?
Investing in sound policies to foster the growth of innovation industries is an idea that transcends partisanship. Kamala Harris should make that point at the convention.
Crypto industry spending ‘unprecedented’ money on 2024 election: Report
The cryptocurrency industry has spent more than $119 million on federal elections in 2024 to help boost crypto-friendly candidates and defeat crypto skeptics, according to a new report from Public ...
Bitcoin’s Path to $1 Million: Analyst Compares BTC’s Future to Early Japanese Stock Market Trends
A prominent crypto analyst suggests that Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2027, drawing parallels between BTC’s price movement and the early years of Japan’s Nikkei 225 index.
Harris Supports Policies to Expand Crypto Industry, Aide Says
Vice President Kamala Harris will back measures to help grow digital assets, a policy adviser to her campaign said, highlighting efforts to court an emerging cryptocurrency industry expanding its political influence.
Japan urged to step up, lead the way on religious freedom in the Indo-Pacific
Freedom of religion is the “orphaned” human right, as Western democracies instead furiously debate gender rights, freedom of expression and freedom of assembly. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Airdrops Ban U.S. Users, but Americans Are Claiming Tokens Anyway
Out of an abundance of legal caution, many cryptocurrency projects exclude U.S. residents from token airdrops. U.S. crypto users – even insiders at similarly cautious projects - regularly find ways to claim tokens anyway. This "hypocritical" behavior may ...
What Hawaiʻi needs to know about Japan’s megaquake warnings
Japan issued a significant warning about the possibility of a mega quake. This alert, although later rescinded, highlighted a real and pressing concern about the potential for a massive earthquake. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Stock Market Crash and Recovery: What Happened and What Investors Can Do
Japan's stock market suffered its biggest one-day drop since Black Monday in August but quickly bounced. Here's what happened and what it means for investors.
Is Naomi Osaka ‘too happy’ at U.S. Open? Chris Evert says ‘that can’t always be good’
Naomi Osaka has struggled in tennis after a maternity and mental health break. Chris Evert wonders if the two-time U.S. Open champ can again be 'intense and fierce.' ... ( read original story ...)
What Ben Affleck Was Up to Before Jennifer Lopez Filed: Japan with Jennifer Garner and Kids, Violet’s College Dropoff
Ben Affleck had an eventful few weeks before Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce, including heading on a trip to Japan with his ex Jennifer Garner and their kids, dropping their daughter Violet off at college, ( read original story ...)