CLAIM: It is possible to predict earthquakes. AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. Earthquakes can’t be predicted, experts say. Scientists do calculate the probability that earthquakes will occur in various ... ( read original story ...)
EDITORIAL: Reliance on nuclear power is the last thing Japan needs
Confirming the massively long-term safety of deep geological disposal of high-level radioactive waste in Japan, which is prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, is a tall order. Ever since ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to restore preferred trade status for South Korea
Japan’s trade ministry says it has begun procedures to restore preferential trade status for South Korea, days after Seoul took a similar step for Tokyo and requested reciprocity, and more than three ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese business groups oppose Japan’s semiconductor exports revision
Two Chinese business groups have provided the Japanese government with their comments on its proposed revision of export control measures for semiconductor equipment, calling on Japan to consider its ... ( read original story ...)
Binance Expands To Japan Where It Must Undergo A Strict Vetting Process
Binance (CRYPTO: BNB) is set to launch in Japan. The cryptocurrency exchange will terminate existing services on Sakura Exchange BitCoin (SEBC), which it acquired in November, by May 31. The new ...
Park Hyatt Tokyo will close in 2024 for a much-needed, year-long remodel
The world-famous Park Hyatt Tokyo has announced it will close for renovations starting May 7, 2024, with an expected (read: expected) completion date sometime in the second quarter of 2025. We’re sad ... ( read original story ...)
The DeSci Movement: Will Crypto Really Solve Science’s Biggest Problems?
The DeSci movement is about giving “scientists more freedom to express their visions for the future and the ability to tackle them.” Check out my new Forbes article that looks at the current DeSci ...
31% of new crypto buyers influenced by friends. Here’s why that can be ‘a horrible idea,’ advisor says
A third of new cryptocurrency investors are primarily motivated by friends to make their purchase. It may not always be sage advice, experts warn.
Crypto 101: Think you know crypto? Test your knowledge with this quiz
No matter how well you scored on the quiz, remember that unlike stocks or bonds, virtual currencies typically don’t derive their value from an underlying asset. Cryptocurrency can fluctuate or ...
Super Active 32-Year-Old Dealmaker Is Japan’s Newest Billionaire
Shunsaku Sagami, the founder and CEO of M&A Research Institute Holdings, a mergers and acquisitions brokerage, is Japan’s newest billionaire. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama FM vs Nagoya Grampus Prediction: Tough Match Between Elites. Goals Expected From Both Sides
The J1 League starts again with Yokohama FM clashing with Nagoya in another enthralling league competition. The hosts who possess a determined victory rate, look to demonstrate new tactics and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan moves to return South Korea to preferred trading partners list
Japan's trade ministry said Friday it would put South Korea back on a preferred trading partners list after South Korea did the same. ( read original story ...)
Japan ocean policy vows tougher security amid China threat
TOKYO (AP) — Japan adopted a new five-year ocean policy on Friday that calls for stronger maritime security, including bolstering its coast guard's capability and cooperation with the military as China grows increasingly assertive in regional seas. ( read original story ...)
GIC to buy Japan logistics assets from Blackstone for $800 million
By Makiko Yamazaki and Ritsuko Shimizu TOKYO (Reuters) -Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC said on Friday it would buy a portfolio of six logistics assets in Japan for more than $800 million from Blackstone Inc, ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Daihatsu broke side collision test procedures for some Toyota cars
Japanese automaker Daihatsu Motor Co Ltd on Friday admitted to violating side collision test procedures for some models it made for parent company Toyota Motor Corp , saying it would investigate the issue to find out what happened. ( read original story ...)
At Consensus, the crypto industry’s annual conference, a subdued but determined vibe
Here's how much to save This is how much money you need to earn annually to comfortably buy a $600,000 home Meanwhile, the relative calm meant I had time to catch up with some of the crypto industry's ...