Japanese premiere Sanae Takaichi has moved into the prime minister's official residence, where ghosts of Japanese soldiers from a century ago are reputed to reside. ( read original story ...)
Barclays names Hiroshi Minoura investment banking chair in Japan
In his new role, Minoura will provide senior-level direction for Barclays’ investment banking activities in Japan.
The Tiny Japanese Island on the Front Lines of China’s Feud
Yonaguni, a tiny Japanese island near Taiwan, is getting soldiers, radar and missiles. As China’s dispute with Tokyo escalates, some residents are worried. ( read original story ...)
Are Yokohama tires better than Michelin? What Consumer Reports data says
A good set of tires is very important on just about any car. Michelin and Yokohama are two notable manufacturers in the world of tires, but which one is better? ( read original story ...)
Serena Williams’ childhood coach issues dire Naomi Osaka warning to WTA competition
The Post Serena Williams' childhood coach issues dire Naomi Osaka warning to WTA competition appeared first on Tennis World USA Rick Macci tips Naomi Osaka to pull off "many upsets" in 2026 as Serena ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Market Update: Japan Considers Replacing High Crypto Taxes With Flat 20% Rate
As Japan prepares its FY2026 tax reforms, lawmakers have drafted a crypto tax overhaul. The plan would replace progressive taxation, which can exceed 50% for hi ...
Arch Public co-founder says Crypto Twitter has gone quiet
Arch Public co-founder says crypto Twitter has gone quiet because not a lot is happening with the market prices.
Japan eyes European defense development tie-up under EU initiative
BRUSSELS -- Japan seeks to step up joint development and production of drones and antimissile systems by joining a European Union program, Nikkei has learned, as Tokyo hopes to enable companies to tap ...
Bank of Japan hikes rates, and it matters more than you think
The Bank of Japan has finally done what global investors spent years doubting it would do: lift interest rates to a level that actually bites. That shift is not just a local story about inflation in ...
Osaka on Track to Become a Global Life Sciences Hub — The Perfect Time to Launch Your Business
Osaka on Track to Become a Global Life Sciences Hub — The Perfect Time to Launch Your Business With world-class research institutions, a robust industry cluster, a strong environment for international ... ( read original story ...)
Japan signals a friendlier crypto regime with sweeping tax reform plans
Japan plans crypto tax reforms from 2026, signalling a more welcoming stance toward digital assets under tighter regulation.
Crypto News Today: XRP ETFs Defy Market Outflows, Japan Slashes Crypto Taxes, Ethereum Staking Tightens Supply
Overview: HBAR outperformed the market as Hedera’s on-chain activity surged, with TPS, new accounts, holders, and TVL all rising together, signaling organ ...
Accounting rulemaker to delve into crypto in 2026 amid Trump push
FASB to weigh whether some stablecoins and other digital assets qualify as cash equivalents, as it also decides which of over 70 non-crypto topics to add to its agenda.
UAE Crypto Regulations 2025 Recap: VARA, RWA Tokens And 2026 Outlook
VARA rulebooks finalized, RWA tokenization clarified, supervision began. 2026 shifts focus to institutional capital.
‘Buckle Up’—Bitcoin And Crypto Brace For ‘Crazy’ Week As Gold, Silver And Copper Prices Swing
The bitcoin price and crypto market is braced for a "crazy week" after the silver price dropped 10% in just over an ...
Japan’s Births Predicted To Hit Lowest Level Since Records Began
The total number of births in Japan this year is expected to come in below 670,000—far fewer than the official forecasts put forth by the country's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research, and the lowest since records began in 1899. ( read original story ...)