Online scams have reached the lucrative world of non-fungible tokens -- but a group of tech sleuths are fighting back against would-be scammers. ( read original story ...)
Crypto On April 20: Market Continues To Rise; Top Coins Bitcoin, Cardano Gain
The cryptocurrency market continued to gain momentum for the second consecutive day. Most of the top 10 tokens, including Bitcoin and Cardano, surged. The global market cap was up 1.74% to $1.92 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 0.86%
Japan stocks were higher after the close on Wednesday, as gains in the Insurance, Banking and Financial Services sectors led shares higher. At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 added 0.86%. The best ... ( read original story ...)
Weaker yen, costly oil push Japan’s trade deficit higher
Japan has reported a much bigger than expected trade deficit for March as a weaker yen and high oil prices pushed costs of imports sharply higher. Preliminary customs figures released ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese yen plunges to fresh low in 20 yrs at 129 level versus U.S. dollar
The Japanese yen dropped to a new 20-year low in the 129 zone against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, amid concerns over further divergence in monetary policies and the interest rates between Japan and ... ( read original story ...)
Innovation, engagement and digital transformation: Why Tokyo 2020 marked a new era for the Olympic Games
With record digital views and innovative engagement initiatives, Tokyo 2020 marked the biggest step yet in the digital transformation of the Olympic Games. For all details about ... ( read original story ...)
6,776 new coronavirus cases reported in Tokyo on April 20
The Japanese capital reported 6,776 coronavirus infections on April 20 after registering 5,583 the previous day, the Tokyo Metropolitan Gover ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 6,776 new coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Wednesday reported 6,776 new coronavirus cases, up 1,193 from Tuesday and down 1,477 from last Wednesday. The number of infected people hospitalized with severe ... ( read original story ...)
Lady Gaga is bringing her Chromatica Ball Tour to Tokyo this September
Annual music festivals Fuji Rock and Summer Sonic have already announced their star-studded lineup while Justin Bieber is scheduled for Tokyo in November. Now, Academy Award, Golden Globe and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan logs trade deficit in March on weak yen, costly oil
Japan's weakening yen raised further alarm in Tokyo on Wednesday as the government reported a bigger-than-expected trade deficit largely due to soaring costs for imports of oil, food and other ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Toshiba Suspends Business Operations In Russia In Retaliation To Ukraine War
Amid mounting sanctions against Russia, Japanese electronics company Toshiba Corporation announced it is halting new orders and investments in Moscow. ( read original story ...)
Okura Nikko Hotels launches first property in PHL with Hotel Okura Manila
Hotel Okura Manila, the first Okura Nikko Hotels property in the Philippines, officially opened its doors to the public today in a much-anticipated event. Corporate clients and partners attended the ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin ‘tribalism’ is holding the crypto industry back, Ripple CEO says
"I am an absolute believer that this industry is going to continue to thrive." Bitcoin "maximalism" has meant the crypto industry has "fractured representation" in Washington, D.C., according to ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto trading a risk to financial stability, opens door for countries to evade sanctions: IMF
Trading volumes in crypto assets, like Tether, spiked following the introduction of sanctions against Russia and the use of capital restrictions in Russia and Ukraine. ( read original story ...)
IMF’s crypto warning is bad for some but opportunity for others
Crypto started to feel even more intense selling pressure when Russia began its invasion of Ukraine. As a result of the war, the US and its allies announced several rounds of sanctions on Russia, and ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto scammers are feeding off of the hype surrounding Moonbirds NFTs — one appeared to even hack Bernie Sanders’ son’s account
Hackers are using the social media platform to encourage users to click on links that can get your crypto stolen. ( read original story ...)