Whereas the stock markets in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan have performed extremely well in 2023, Chinese markets are suffering from geopolitics and a whole host of uncertainties. ( read original story ...)
Coinbase: Crypto Firms Have to Wait for ‘the Government to Sue Them’ to Get Regulatory Clarity
In general, the SEC has exhorted the public to exercise caution with crypto investments, and has highlighted the high risk and volatility associated with the industry. In March, it pointed out that ...
Day 7: Everything Gundam in Yokohama
So, seeing this life-sized "moving Gundam" is a BIG DEAL. I hope that's coming across. When we showed up at Yokohama Harbor, I was beyond excited. I knew this would likely be my favorite part of this ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to provide 100 military vehicles to Ukraine
Japan has held a ceremony marking its planned donation of about 100 military vehicles to Ukraine, as Tokyo seeks to provide equipment that can be of broader military use than its earlier shipments of ( read original story ...)
Japan won’t join NATO, but aware of liaison office plan – PM
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday the country had no plans to become a NATO member but acknowledged the security alliance's plan to open a liaison office in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan to Enforce Tougher Crypto Anti-Money Laundering Laws Next Month: Report
Earlier this month, global financial crimes watchdog FATF urged G-7 economies like Japan to lead by example to implement its controversial "travel rule" for crypto transfers.
Over $40 Million In Crypto-Related Activity Linked To “Manosphere” Influencers Like Andrew Tate
Manosphere influencers like Andrew Tate are running crypto investment courses as well as promoting tokens and taking donations in crypto.
Japan to Step Up its Crypto Regulations from June
Japan will implement the travel rule, mandating the sharing of information on crypto transfers between financial institutions.
Tokyo ‘hosed down with demand’ but pricing sparks debate
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government priced a dollar bond on Tuesday at a level that divided opinion in the market. Tokyo was looking for a modest $500m three year deal and capped the size from the start ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo should search its soul for sowing discord: China Daily editorial
After Chinese Vice-Foreign Minister Sun Weidong summoned Japanese Ambassador to China Hideo Tarumi and lodged solemn representations over the G7 Hiroshima Summit hyping up China-related issues on ... ( read original story ...)
Japan firms invest $72m in floating nuclear plant project
TOKYO: About a dozen Japanese companies, including major shipbuilders, have invested a total of about 10 billion yen (US$72 million) in a British start-up developing floating offshore nuclear power ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Uniqlo to exit Russia, paving way for sale of business – newspaper
(Reuters) -Japanese brand Uniqlo has decided to leave Russia after suspending its operation there last year, paving the way for a sale of the business, the Izvestia newspaper cited Russia's deputy ... ( read original story ...)
OMA’s Inaugural Tower in Tokyo: Toranomon Hills Station Tower to Open in the Fall of 2023
Discover the Toranomon Hills Station Tower, OMA's inaugural tower in Tokyo and Japan, designed by Shohei Shigematsu and OMA New York. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Stocks Close Lower On US Debt Ceiling Talks
Tokyo shares closed lower Wednesday as the market came under pressure on uncertainty over US debt ceiling negotiations, which saw Wall Street end on a down note overnight. ( read original story ...)
Goldman Sachs backs Japan’s biggest taxi app with $1 billion valuation
Goldman Sachs invested in Go Inc., Japan's biggest ride-hailing app, in a funding round which values the startup at $1 billion, the company announced on Wednesday. The U.S. investment bank invested 10 billion Japanese yen ($72. ( read original story ...)
How Pennsylvania Politics Are Shaking Up The State’s Crypto Scene
New state bill brought by prominent Democrat would impose a moratorium on new crypto mining operations, modeled after New York state law.