Bitcoin surpassed $61,000 on August 14, 2024, leading a modest crypto market recovery, while traders remain cautious due to upcoming economic data and lingering effects of the yen carry trade unwind.
FirstFT: Japan set for leadership contest after prime minister announces resignation
Also in today’s newsletter, Thai court removes prime minister, and top steelmaker Baowu warns Chinese producers face severe crisis ... ( read original story ...)
Why is Bitcoin price down today?
Bitcoin (BTC) has started August on a bearish note as the market’s attention turns toward the recent Federal Reserve guidance on interest rates and Kamala Harris’s improving odds against her ...
Crypto gamblers have bet more than $592 million on the 2024 election
Many see Vice President Kamala Harris as the frontrunner, but crypto bettors are pouring money into the odds of a Trump presidency.
Matsuyama’s caddie returns home to Japan after passport stolen after Olympics
Olympic bronze medalist Hideki Matsuyama will be starting the lucrative FedEx Cup playoffs without his coach and caddie. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s embattled PM had a cruel summer – it ends with his exit
That this happened as living costs shot up and discontent simmered within the LDP did not help the embattled leader. His approval ratings plummeted to record lows. Through it all ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka, fellow past champions Wawrinka, Thiem and Andreescu given US Open wild cards
Two-time champion Naomi Osaka and fellow past U.S. Open winners Stan Wawrinka, Dominic Thiem and Bianca Andreescu were given wild cards into this year’s tournament. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Trader Says Bitcoin Potentially Forming a Bullish Setup, Updates Outlook on Solana and Polygon
A closely followed crypto analyst says that Bitcoin (BTC) may be forming a bullish pattern, setting up a massive breakout.
Uncovering Three Undiscovered Gems in Japan with Strong Potential
Japan's stock markets have experienced significant volatility recently, driven by a rebounding yen and concerns over global growth. However, dovish comments from the Bank of Japan have helped ...
Tennis-Osaka, Andreescu and Wawrinka receive U.S. Open wildcards
Former champions Naomi Osaka, Bianca Andreescu and Stan Wawrinka have received singles main draw wildcards into the U.S. Open, the United States Tennis Association said on Wednesday. Japan's Osaka, ... ( read original story ...)
Typhoon Ampil To Near Tokyo, Holiday Transportations Disrupted
Severe tropical storm Ampil is expected to intensify into a typhoon as it nears eastern Japan on Friday, forcing cancellations o ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Kishida says he will step down next month, paving way for new leader
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced that he will not run in the upcoming party leadership vote. Japan will have a new prime minister when his term expires. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Central to open 2nd market in SF Bay Area
Tokyo Central will open its second location in Northern California next year- this time the Japanese grocery chain which has numerous outlets in Southern California will open in Emeryville’s Bay ... ( read original story ...)
What is a megaquake advisory, and why did Japan just issue one for the first time?
TOKYO — Japan, one of the most earthquake-prone nations on earth, issued its first-ever “megaquake advisory” last week after a powerful quake struck off the southeastern coast of the southern main island of Kyushu. The magnitude 7.1 quake caused no ... ( read original story ...)
EXCLUSIVE: Bitcoin Down To $59,200, But July CPI Report Is ‘Bullish For Bitcoin,’ Will Stabilize Crypto Market, Experts Tell Benzinga
The latest inflation figures have set the stage for a potential shift in monetary policy, with experts suggesting this could herald a bullish period for cryptocurrencies.
Prince William Targeted by AI Crypto Scammers
Prince William has been warned he will have to take action in coming years as the problem is likely to get much worse.