Voters are broadly skeptical of the crypto industry and don’t view it as an important issue for political candidates, the survey showed.
Abra expands SMA offering as crypto custody concerns grow
As crypto matures, investors seek more control over assets, driving interest in new portfolio structures like separately managed accounts.
Menacing “monster wolf” robots in high demand to scare off bears
"Monster Wolf" is an animatronic scarecrow with flashing red eyes that howls and growls menacingly to scare away wild animals. ( read original story ...)
Japan refinery runs climb to over 70% on alternative supply, stockpile releases
By Katya Golubkova TOKYO, May 13 (Reuters) - Japanese refineries increased their oil processing to over 70% of their capacity for the first time since March, Petroleum Association of Japan data showed ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is working on a 310mph maglev train line that will shorten 177.5-mile Tokyo and Nagoya journey to take just 40 minutes
But there are major delays, unfortunately ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Expo Chinese electric buses turn white elephant amid safety defects
Japanese-made electric buses imported in large numbers from China ahead of last year’s Osaka Expo have turned into a white elephant after revealing fatal defects. The budget invested exceeded 70 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s megabanks set to access Anthropic’s Mythos as soon as this month, Nikkei says
By Anton Bridge TOKYO, May 13 (Reuters) - Japan's three largest banks are set to acquire access to Mythos, the artificial intelligence model developed by Anthropic, as soon as the end of May, the ...
Mitsui’s Nippon Maru Makes Final Call at Yokohama
The Nippon Maru recently made its final call to the port of Yokohama before being withdrawn from service by Mitsui Ocean Cruises. Wrapping up a 36-year sailing career, the 600-passenger ship bid ... ( read original story ...)
Toyama, Osaka make the NYT’s list of places to go in 2025
The New York Times has once again highlighted Japan as a top travel destination, listing Toyama and Osaka among its “52 Places to Go in 2025.” ... ( read original story ...)
Ten years on, the Nagoya Protocol on sharing genetic resources is still confusing scientists—guidance now available
More than a decade after the Nagoya Protocol, which aims to fairly share the benefits of utilizing genetic resources, became law, microbiologists and other scientists still face practical challenges ... ( read original story ...)
‘Don’t understand it, but it looks fun’: Cricket bowls Japan over
Curious spectators clutching rulebooks watch as a batsman smacks a six into the sand and weeds surrounding Japan's brand-new cricket ground, four months before it hosts matches at the Asian Games. ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports
TOKYO, May 13 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Britain and Italy before attending a Group of Seven leaders' summit in France in mid-June, broadcaster NTV reported on ... ( read original story ...)
The Senate Just Dropped a 309-Page Crypto Bill at Midnight: Will the CLARITY Act Finally Give Institutions the Green Light?
The CLARITY Act just dropped with a 1:1 stablecoin reserve mandate, and the Trump family ethics fight is the only thing that can kill it.
Nikkei sets fresh closing record, 10-year JGB yields at 29-year high
Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index set a record closing high on Wednesday to finish above the 63,000 mark for the first time ever.
Japan’s Megabanks Set to Win Mythos Access After Bessent Visit
Japan’s three megabanks are set to secure access to Anthropic’s artificial intelligence model Mythos, according to a person familiar with the matter, after its limited release last month sparked fears ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to procure 70% of its oil for June from outside Middle East
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also instructed industry minister Ryosei Akazawa to work to further increase the rate of crude oil procurement from alternative sources in July. ( read original story ...)