Mayumi Kitakata, a 57-year-old resident of Tokyo, Japan, is among the many pet owners who have turned to artificial intelligence to ensure the well-being of their furry companions. What Happened: Kitakata, ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall on firm yen, caution before BOJ meeting outcome
Tokyo stocks were slightly lower Thursday morning, as a firmer yen prompted selling of exporter issues and a cautious mood prevailed ( read original story ...)
Jisoo of BLACKPINK Garnered Attention at Dior’s Tokyo Event
The evening of June 12th was aflutter with excitement as BLACKPINK’s Jisoo attended the Miss Dior pop-up store event in Tokyo, Japan. Jisoo, who is revered for her ambassador role, delighted her fans with strikingly beautiful, ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan to discuss roadmap for reducing bond purchases
Policymakers at the Bank of Japan are kicking off a two-day policy meeting on Thursday. They're expected to discuss the roadmap for reducing the bank's purchases of Japanese government bonds.
Japanese Funds Sell Largest Amount of Foreign Debt in Nine Years
Japanese investors sold the largest amount of foreign debt in nine years last week amid a shift in global central bank policy.Most Read from BloombergHunter Biden Was Convicted. His Dad’s Reaction Was ...
Newly constructed Tokyo apartment block will be demolished because it blocks people’s Mt. Fuji views
The newly constructed residential building in suburban Tokyo will be pulled down the month before the apartments were due to be handed over to buyers ...
Japan’s Honda to start selling micro-sized electric vans in October
Honda Motor will start selling a micro-sized electric van targeted at Japan's delivery industry in October, the Japanese automaker said on Thursday, joining an increasingly crowded part of the market. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s beloved cats get healthcare help from AI
Mayumi Kitakata frets about the health and wellbeing of Chi, her stoic housemate who enjoys treats, indulges a bit too much in the catnip, and about 14 is getting on in years for a feline. ( read original story ...)
Japan passes bill to curtail Apple, Google limits on third-party apps
Japan's parliament on Wednesday passed new legislation aiming to foster competition in the tech industry by preventing giants like Apple and Google from limiting third-party apps in their smartphone ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s escargot entrepreneur achieves the ‘impossible’
Far from Parisian bistros serving up Burgundy snails, one Japanese man has figured out how to farm the slimy species -- a feat that has long eluded the French.Around five percent are homegrown in ... ( read original story ...)
Scientists found a new species of long-tailed sea creatures off the coast of Japan
Scientists studying forgotten specimens in a museum uncovered a new species of long-tailed sea creatures related to chimeras. ( read original story ...)
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Buan, shaking South Korea
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck near Buan, North Jeolla Province, shaking the entire region on the morning of June 12. The quake was the strongest detected in South Korea this year and the first time an earthquake with a magnitude of 4. ( read original story ...)
Mega earthquake in the making? 10,000 US residents at risk from underwater fault line in the Pacific
Human lives are currently at stake as reports suggest that an underwater fault line in the Pacific Ocean can create a megaquake along the west coast region, putting almost 10,000 US residents at risk. ( read original story ...)
Crypto’s new $68 trillion power players: baby boomers
Today, nearly half of the companies baby boomers' invest with have exposure to bitcoin ETFs. Elderly Americans represent the country's wealthiest demographic, holding approximately $68 trillion across real estate,
Crypto Hacks Net $19B Since 2011 and Illegal Activity on Blockchain Is Still Growing
Illegal activity on the blockchain has continued to grow in 2023 and 2024, the report said. Almost $19 billion worth of cryptocurrency has been stolen in thefts dating back to 2011 and the industry continues to grapple with rising blockchain-related crime, according to a report from Crystal Intelligence.
Tokyo stocks open mixed on cooling US inflation, firm yen
Tokyo stocks were mixed in early trading Thursday, as buying boosted by U.S. data showing cooling inflation was offset by selling of ( read original story ...)