GLP has announced large-scale plans to enter the Japanese data center market. The Chinese logistics real estate firm said this week it aims to invest ~$12 billion over the next five years to deliver ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to buy defense tech to prevent leaks from failing companies
The Japanese government will offer to buy technical documents related to defense technologies from companies that are withdrawing from the business to prevent the leakage of such information, Nikkei ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Market extends losses
At closing bell, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average fell 211.20 points, or 0.78%, to 26,910.87. The broader Topix index of all First Section issues on the Tokyo Stock Exchange dropped 13.63 points, or ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s new daily COVID case count falls below 10,000 for first time since Jan. 24
By prefecture, Tokyo had the highest number of COVID-19 cases in the past week, followed by Osaka, Kanagawa, Aichi and Saitama. ( read original story ...)
Roundup: Tokyo stocks end lower on Ukraine tensions, despite possible Biden-Putin talks
Tokyo stocks ended lower Monday as the concerns about ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine weighed on investor sentiment even after reports of a potential summit between U.S. President Joe ... ( read original story ...)
Over 14% of Japan’s population have had booster shots
The Japanese government says 18.18 million people in the country have had a third dose of the coronavirus vaccine. The number translates to 14.4 percent of the population. The latest figures were ... ( read original story ...)
Juhyos: Japan’s ‘snow monsters’ emerge again
The stunning pictures of the natural phenomenon are being widely shared on social media. ( read original story ...)
Office Building in Little Tokyo Sells for $27M
Buck Design, a creative agency, has purchased an office building in Little Tokyo for $26.5 million. The company will move into the property after some renovations are completed. Beverly Hills-based ... ( read original story ...)
SIM-swapping attacks, many aimed at crypto accounts, are on the rise
Cyber thieves targeting crypto and traditional bank accounts stepped up their illegal activities last year, resulting in a significant increase in the number of reported SIM-card crimes. ( read original story ...)
Crypto app installs surge during Super Bowl weekend
During the US Super Bowl installs of cryptocurrency apps spiked 279% compared to the previous week, according to research from Sensor Tower. The data reveals that crypto app developers spent heavily ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto On Feb 21: Solana Zooms Over 10%, Drives The Market
Solana zooms over 10% Bitcoin, Ether surge Market cap goes up The cryptocurrency market rose as Solana zoomed over 10% after it launched a payment processing system. The global market cap was up 2.30% ... ( read original story ...)
SoftBank backs Deliveroo IPO platform PrimaryBid in $190 million round
Japanese investment giant SoftBank has backed the tech platform that helped thousands of small-time investors buy into Deliveroo’s IPO. London-based startup PrimaryBid has raised $190 million (£140 ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka opens on her regrets from the Tokyo Olympics
Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka admitted she is feeling regrets over not enjoying more the Tokyo Olympics. Osaka, who has become one of the most popular Japanese athletes, failed to secure a medal at ... ( read original story ...)
8,805 new coronavirus cases recorded in Tokyo on Feb. 21
The Japanese capital reported 8,805 new coronavirus infections on Feb. 21, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced, after recording 12,93 ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 8,805 new coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Monday reported 8,805 new coronavirus cases, down 4,130 from Sunday and down 1,529 from last Monday. It is the first time since Jan 24 that the daily tally has ... ( read original story ...)
Cosplaying in Tokyo as Beijing Olympics mascot Bing Dwen Dwen…Mr. Sato style【Photos】
Still not convinced that Mr. Sato was now a dead ringer for Bing Dwen Dwen? Then let’s take it to the streets and hear the voice of the people of Tokyo! SoraNews24 HQ is just a short walk from ... ( read original story ...)