Shares of Next Generation Technology Group, which focuses on buying manufacturing firms without a clear succession plan, rose 202% since their listing last February.
Cathie Wood buys Peter Thiel-backed crypto stock
ARK Invest bought $1.1 million worth of the crypto firm's 33,022 shares via two funds yesterday: The asset manager also bought shares in biotech companies like CRISPR Therapeutics, Beam Therapeutics, ...
Japan’s $6.5B Stablecoin Push: How Cosmos Powers 200 Banks in Tokenized Deposit Revolution
Japan's 200-bank consortium targets ¥1 trillion stablecoin issuance via Cosmos. Progmat Coin demonstrates institutional blockchain adoption.
Senate panel passes crypto CFTC regulation bill
The Senate Agriculture Committee voted Thursday to advance its crypto market structure bill to create CFTC regulatory authority over cryptocurrencies.
Trump Regulators Say They Are Ready to Lay Out Crypto Rules to Foster Growth
Legislation on regulating cryptocurrencies hit a road bump in Congress after objections by Coinbase’s CEO.
Gold Sets Record Above $5,500, Leaving Crypto In The Dust
Gold prices surged past $5,500 on Thursday, January 29, reaching a fresh, all-time high while cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ether languished.
Senate Agriculture Committee prepares to host crypto market structure hearing: CNBC Crypto World
On this week's episode of CNBC Crypto World, major cryptocurrencies faced pressure after investors tried to make sense of a framework of a deal in President Trump’s push for Greenland and the Federal ...
Japan to launch fastest train in the world between 2 of its most vibrant destinations
They did it again, you guys. Japan and futuristic, state-of-the-art technology go hand and hand, and when it comes to country-wide connectivity and ease of travel, they're far from letting tourists ... ( read original story ...)
Japan marks 31 years since Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake
People in Japan are marking 31 years since the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake. The disaster devastated the city of Kobe and surrounding areas, claiming 6,434 lives. ( read original story ...)
Dollar weakness fuels metals rally as crypto lags global markets
Joyce Chang, JPMorgan Chair of Global Research, Tom Lee, Head of Research at Fundstrat Global Advisors, and Michelle Caruso-Cabrera, CEO of MCC Global Enterprises, discuss dollar weakness, debasement, ...
Mourners mark 31st anniversary of Great Hanshin Earthquake
Memorial events were held in Hyogo Prefecture on Jan. 17 to remember and pray for the 6,434 people who perished in the Great Hanshin Earthquake 31 years ago. ( read original story ...)
UK bans Coinbase ads implying crypto can ease cost of living concerns
The ASA upheld complaints that Coinbase's adverts trivialised the risks of investing in cryptocurrency.
Unwind in Sapporo, Japan’s cozy retreat from overcrowding
Sapporo is the snowy capital of the island of Hokkaido, the northernmost of Japan’s main islands. It’s quieter. Restaurants serve superb fish, ramen ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sanae Takaichi is proving a surprisingly popular prime minister
The unconventional leader — for starters, she’s a woman — has called an early election for Feb. 8 in an effort to win a broad public mandate for change. ( read original story ...)
WATCH: Express Employment hosting job fair to aid those affected by Yokohama Tires layoffs
To help those affected, Express Employment is hosting a job fair at the Salem Civic Center on Feb. 5 from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m., and other businesses will be offering services like resume preparations, ... ( read original story ...)
Traders highlight risks for Japan going solo on yen intervention
Traders are questioning how effective Japan could be if it were to intervene alone to support the yen, after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent cast doubt on the prospect of coordinated action. ( read original story ...)