Jan. 2 marked the first trading session of 2026 for the U.S. stock market. And Bitcoin-treasury stock Kindly MD (NASDAQ: NAKA) is trading higher despite ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
Japan’s Daiichi Sankyo to add China, US production lines amid tariff risk
TOKYO -- Japanese drugmaker Daiichi Sankyo will spend roughly 300 billion yen ($1.9 billion) to set up production facilities for a targeted cancer medicine in Japan, the U.S., Germany and China, ...
Japan to support development of AI robots for shipbuilding
TOKYO -- Japan this year will begin supporting development of AI-powered robots for domestic shipbuilding, part of an effort to solve a labor shortage in an industry that is vital to the national ...
Naomi Osaka opens up on illness as 2026 Season gets underway
The four-time Grand Slam champion admits she is still recovering as the new season begins. Naomi Osaka’s 2026 campaign started with a difficult setback at the United Cup, where the Japanese star was ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka blames sickness for first loss of 2026
According to Osaka, she was sick over Christmas, and that was to blame for her first loss of 2026. Maria Sakkari defeated Osaka in straight sets at the United Cup on Friday as Japan took on Greece: ... ( read original story ...)
5 Trends Crypto Investors Can’t Ignore In 2026
After a year of regulatory thaw and institutional buy-in, crypto is settling into the financial system’s core.
Best of United Cup Perth Media Day 1: Osaka’s honest view of balancing motherhood, tennis
From Naomi Osaka's thoughtful view on balancing motherhood with competition to Maria Sakkari's motivation to return to tennis' elite, the first Media Day at the United Cup in Perth gave us a glimpse ... ( read original story ...)
Japan prepares to export frozen sushi to the U.S.
TOKYO -- Chiyoda Sushi, operator of a take-out chain in Japan, in the spring will begin exporting frozen sushi to the U.S., where the raw treats will be sold in supermarkets and other retailers.
Why Bank of Japan Might Wait Until Second Half Of 2026 To Tighten Again
The Bank of Japan aims to move its real rate closer to zero, but the timing and scale of future adjustments will depend on economic conditions. Read more here.
Japan’s emperor and his family greet New Year well-wishers
Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family are waving to a crowd of flag-waving New Year’s well-wishers gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Mini-truck markets bring ‘movable shopping arcades’ to rural Japan
TOKYO -- Visitors to Japan's biggest auto show in November were greeted by the unusual sight of more than 50 kei trucks lined up outside to create an impromptu market. Sweets, coffee and other ...
Is the Tokyo Godzilla Fireworks video real? Viral footage claim debunked
The viral Tokyo Fireworks video shows a massive Godzilla being made out of fireworks in the New Year’s Eve celebration in Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Snow expected in Tokyo and neighbouring areas
According to Japan's meteorological agency, a strong winter-type pressure pattern is developing near Japan. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Will Bitcoin Price Crash to $74K as Japan Eyes Rate Hike on December 19?
Bitcoin price continues to weaken after breaking below its recent consolidation range, now trading within a descending channel on lower timeframes. The ...
Bank of Japan’s reported rate hike could put Bitcoin under stress, say analysts
Analysts warned on X that a BoJ rate hike could trigger Bitcoin volatility, citing past sell-offs of between 27% to 30%. ・According to on-chain analytics firm CheckOnChain, there are about $100 ...
Crypto users forced to share account details with tax officials
People buying cryptocurrency in the UK now need to share their account details or face penalties, in changes that came into effect on 1 January. The move by the UK's tax body is designed to ensure ...