Forever Young, the unbeaten colt looking to give Japan its first Kentucky Derby win, is "very unique." Is he the country's best shot at a Derby win? ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Renesas learns to weather downturns in semiconductors
TOKYO -- Once highly susceptible to volatility in the semiconductor market, Japan's Renesas Electronics has succeeded in building a more resilient business that remains profitable even in the face of ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Surges Globally, Yen Hits Record Low Against Cryptocurrency
In a stunning financial shift, the Japanese yen has reached a 34-year low against Bitcoin, which also hit all-time highs in 14 countries, fueled by optimism surrounding new spot Bitcoin ETFs. Yen Hits ...
Japan’s Hayashi: Won’t comment on forex levels or forex intervention
Won't comment on forex levels or forex intervention. Important for currencies to move in stable manner reflecting fundamentals. Rapid FX moves undesirable. Closely watching FX moves. Will be ready to ...
After 6-year hiatus, Stripe to start taking crypto payments, starting with USDC stablecoin
The company announced that it would start to let customers accept cryptocurrency payments, starting with USDC stablecoins, initially only on Solana, Ethereum and Polygon ...
Crypto Isn’t Just “Becoming Institutionalized” – It’s Offering New Blueprints for Traditional Finance
The institutionalization of crypto is undoubtedly the headline story of this bull market. This isn’t just a one-way street - we’re seeing signs that features and functionality of the digital asset ...
SEC sued over Ethereum, crypto firm asks court to state token is not a security
The lawsuit was filed by MetaMask maker Consensys, which is seeking an injunction to block the SEC from investigating Ethereum.
Crypto firm Consensys sues US SEC over Ethereum regulation
Consensys has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) tied to the regulation of the Ethereum blockchain, the crypto firm said on Thursday. The regulation of the ...
The New IRS Crypto Form Brings Hidden Challenges For Taxpayers
Form 1099-DA is meant to help the IRS identify tax dodgers. Its implementation next year could create complications.
The Memecoin ‘Casino’ Undermines Crypto’s Long-Term Prospects: A16z
The Chief Technical Officer at one of the biggest and most influential venture capital firms active in the crypto and blockchain space wasn't pulling any punches when he decided to publicly criticize ...
Japanese stocks due for more upside, Nikkei seen at 45,000- UBS
Investing.com-- Japanese stocks are expected to strengthen in the coming months with the Nikkei 225 set to hit new record highs this year, UBS analysts wrote in a note, citing optimism over progress ...
Japanese FX Intervention: Primed And Ready
Markets are on high alert Now that USD/JPY has glided through the 155 level, markets are now on high alert for Japanese FX intervention. Recall t ...
Osaka eliminated by Samsonova in Madrid
Samsonova did apply plenty of pressure in the final set – forcing five break points compared to just one for Osaka – and was ultimately rewarded in the closing stages of a con ( read original story ...)
5.0-magnitude earthquake jolts Japan’s Ibaraki: JMA
TOKYO -- An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.0 on Wednesday jolted the Japanese prefecture of Ibaraki just east of Tokyo, said the Japan Meteorological Agency. The tremors were felt in central Tokyo. No tsunami warning has been issued. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei falls 2% after 3-day rally; tech stocks lead decline
Japan's Nikkei share average fell 2% on Thursday after a three-session rally, with technology stocks leading the retreat, while investors waited for a Bank of Japan policy decision on Friday for further direction.
Naomi Osaka beaten by impressive Liudmila Samsonova to exit Madrid Open in the second round
Naomi Osaka is out of the Madrid Open after a second-round defeat to 15th seed Liudmila Samsonova. ( read original story ...)