TOKYO -- The Japanese government will compile guidelines by around this fall for semiconductor plants on how to deal with cyberattacks, looking to spur the development of ways to minimize damage and ...
Nikkei rises to 5-month high as Middle East calm boosts tech shares
TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei share average touched its highest in almost five months on Thursday, as a period of calm in the Middle East encouraged investors to buy back riskier assets, particularly chip and ...
High-priced drones and Japan’s hidden AI champion
In a collaborative work by Nikkei Asia's Lauly Li and Cheng Ting-Fang in Taipei and Ryohtaroh Satoh in Tokyo, they explain how this relatively little-known AI-enabler is currently the only company in ...
Where to Stay in Tokyo: 11 Design-Driven Hotels and Airbnbs in Japan’s Capital
Shibuya with its legendary Shibuya Crossing, the buzzy Shinjuku, or the historic Asakusa—we’ve curated a list of prime accommodations throughout Tokyo that embody the minimal elegance the city is ... ( read original story ...)
Mitsui Fudosan to set up chip-focused development hub in Tokyo
TOKYO -- Mitsui Fudosan will establish a semiconductor-focused industrial development hub in Tokyo as soon as autumn, Nikkei has learned, bringing together companies and research organizations in the ... ( read original story ...)
Sheffield’s National Videogame Museum to showcase UK gaming excellence on world stage at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan
July, the National Videogame Museum (NVM) will highlight UK videogame excellence and culture at Expo 2025, Osaka in Japan. ( read original story ...)
STT GDC launches data center in Tokyo
APAC data center firm ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has launched a new data center in Tokyo, Japan. “We’re proud to announce that STT Tokyo 1 is now ready for service – a major milestone ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Metaplanet Acquires 1,234 More Bitcoin, Total Holdings Reach 12,345 BTC
Metaplanet Inc., widely recognized as Japan’s leading Bitcoin treasury company, has announced today the acquisition of an additional 1,234 Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 12,345 BTC. The ...
Trump administration moves to count crypto as a federal mortgage asset
In a landmark shift for the U.S. housing finance system, the Federal Housing Finance Agency has issued a directive ordering Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to formally consider cryptocurrency as an asset i ...
Trump’s Crypto Project Gets $100 Million From UAE-Based Fund
A little known crypto fund bought $100 million of World Liberty Financial Inc. tokens, the second Middle East-based investor to put money into the Trump family affiliated decentralized finance ...
2025 Free Dogecoin Cloud Mining Guide: How to Earn Passive DOGE Income with MiningCoop During Crypto Market Volatility
In 2025’s unpredictable crypto market, many investors are seeking a low-barrier, low-risk, and fully automated way to generate steady passive income. […] ...
SEC, Ripple wants to settle crypto lawsuit, but US judge rebuffs them
A federal judge on Thursday rejected an unusual joint motion by Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to endorse the cryptocurrency company's reduced $50 million fine to settle a ...
Global financial crime watchdog calls for action on crypto risks
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global financial crime watchdog, on Thursday called on countries to take stronger action to combat illicit finance in crypto assets, warning that gaps in ...
Japan Regional Bank M&A May Accelerate As Lenders Brace For Higher Rates
Mergers and acquisitions among Japanese regional banks may accelerate as they seek scale to benefit from higher interest rates amid a declining population.
10 Interesting Things to Do in Sapporo, Hokkaido in Winter; Skiing, Onsen, Sapporo Beer Museum
Travel with Gilbert and Lilian 🌍✈️ as they explore the world for great sights 🏞️, good food 🍜, and delightful experiences 💫. #TravelWithUs #FoodieAdventures #Wanderlust #CoupleTravel #ExploreTheWo ... ( read original story ...)
LIVING with SUMO WRESTLERS for a DAY in TOKYO (10,000-Calorie Diet)
I lived with Sumo Wrestlers for a day in Tokyo. This 24-hour challenge offered an interesting insight into what sumo wrestlers eat as part of their 10,000 calorie diet. Enjoy this unique Japanese ... ( read original story ...)