TAIPEI, May 21 (Reuters) - Tokyo Electron's Taiwan unit told Reuters in a written response on Thursday that it respects the judicial process, takes the court ruling seriously and will not appeal in ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei 225 Forecast: U.S.-Iran Tensions and Bond Yield Test 60,000 Support
The Nikkei 225 faces pressure from higher oil prices, rising JGB yields, and weak U.S. tech sentiment, but the 60,000 support level may decide whether the bullish trend continues toward 65,000.
OLYMPIC/ 2030 Winter Games ‘too soon’ for Japan’s Sapporo–IOC
MUMBAI--Japan’s Sapporo withdrew its bid to host the 2030 Winter Olympics because the Games were “too soon” for the city, the International Olympic Committee said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s factory activity expands at slower pace, cost pressures surge
TOKYO, May 21 (Reuters) - Japan's manufacturing activity slowed slightly in May, while service sector growth ground to a halt for the first time in over a year, as surging costs linked to the Middle ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports jump 14.8% in April, beating expectations as semiconductor shipments soar
The figure outperformed the 9.3% estimate from Reuters. ( read original story ...)
Japan April exports rise 14.8% year/year despite Middle East conflict
May 21 (Reuters) - Japanese exports rose for an eighth straight month in April, government data showed on Thursday, reflecting resilient global demand despite major supply disruptions caused by the U. ( read original story ...)
Japan moves to reshape moral education for AI era
Japan plans to revise elementary and middle school moral education courses to address ethical decision-making and responsibility in the age of AI. ( read original story ...)
Japan exports surge 14.8% in April as chip shipments jump despite Iran war disruptions
Japan’s exports rose 14.8 per cent in April, beating forecasts as semiconductor shipments surged despite supply disruptions and rising energy costs linked to the Iran conflict ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Bar Stars Turn West Village Basement Into Wasabi G&T Hideout
Tonight, the West Village adds a new subterranean hangout to its roster: Love Thy Neighbor. The curvy, tan all-day dining and cocktail spot is opening at 55 Christopher Street, in the longtime home of ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Tire Partners with the Velocity Invitational
SANTA ANA, CA – Yokohama Tire is a new partner of the Velocity Invitational, North America’s premier motorsport and lifestyle festival, held May 29-31 at Sonoma Raceway in Northern California. The ... ( read original story ...)
US targets Iran’s $7.7 billion crypto network tied to regime operations
The Treasury Department has frozen nearly half a billion dollars in crypto tied to Iran as Tehran reportedly controls $7.7 billion in digital assets.
Bitcoin Depot files for bankruptcy as crypto ATMs go offline
Alex Holmes, who has led the company since March, cited “stringent compliance obligations” from states, increasing litigation and tougher transaction limits.
Japan Stocks Slide 4.3% As Bond Yields Hit 30-Year High
Japan's 10-year yield rose to 2.8%, raising concerns over borrowing costs, corporate earnings, and concentrated chip-driven market gains.
The world’s first Pokémon-themed airport is opening in Japan this summer
The world’s first Pokémon-themed airport will open this summer in aid of supporting children affected by a disastrous earthquake two years ago. The regional Noto Satoyama airport in Japan announced that on 7 July, ( read original story ...)
NCA Reveals the Number of American Crypto Holders as CLARITY Act Hits Senate Floor
NCA says 67 million Americans hold crypto as the CLARITY Act advances toward a Senate floor vote on regulatory rules.
Japan’s Crypto Revolution: 20% Tax Rate and Institutional ETF Gateway
Japan is executing the most consequential crypto regulatory pivot in Asia. The country that once taxed crypto gains at up to 55%, which drove liquidity offshore and cemented its reputation as a ...