Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs got approved in 2024, but experts say we still haven't seen the "full-throated demand" that's been promised.
Melting point: Japan’s Sapporo Snow Festival skates on thin climate ice
This year's festival came dangerously close to being cancelled, before it was saved by a last-minute snowfall Japan's Sapporo Snow Festival, a dazzling showcase of ice and artistry that lures millions ... ( read original story ...)
Uttarkashi’s Japan-like ‘earthquake swarm’ explained: 9 tremors in 6 days – ‘Big One’ on the way?
Experts have cautioned that while small tremors help release some energy, they don’t eliminate the risk of a major quake. ( read original story ...)
Curry bun sellers at Sapporo Snow Fest aim to break Guinness record
SAPPORO—Amid towering snow and ice sculptures, ambitious curry bun venders will seek to set a new Guinness World Record by selling 10,000 buns in eight hours at the Sapporo Snow Festival on Feb. 8. ( read original story ...)
Goodyear sells OTR tire unit to Yokohama for $905 million
Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) announced today it has finalized the sale of its off-the-road (OTR) tire business to The Yokohama Rubber Company, Limited. The all-cash deal, which was completed on Monday, ... ( read original story ...)
Former Diamond Princess passengers mark 5 years since COVID outbreak
Former passengers of the Diamond Princess liner laid flowers Monday at Yokohama port in remembrance of the 13 people who died following the mass COVID-19 outbreak onboard five years ago. The outbreak ... ( read original story ...)
Goodyear OTR Tire Business Sale to Yokohama Finalized
Goodyear completes the $905M OTR tire sale to Yokohama, streamlining its portfolio and focusing on core business growth. ( read original story ...)
Kanye West set to lose eye-watering sum in cancelled Tokyo gigs after Grammy Awards stunt
Bianca Censori and Kanye West horrified fans as she appeared completely nude on the Grammy Awards red carpet, and the rapper's Tokyo investors reportedly saw the stunt as 'unacceptable' ... ( read original story ...)
Hawai‘i and Japan Strengthen Economic Ties at Tokyo Captive Insurance Seminar
Japan Captive Seminars in Tokyo featured Hawai‘i's captive insurance industry, attracting 400 attendees and demonstrating Hawai‘i-Japan business ties. ( read original story ...)
Six Senses Kyoto: A Sensory Debut Marking IHG’s New Era For Japan
Six Senses Kyoto ushers in a new era of luxury travel in Japan, marking the brand's highly anticipated debut and its parent group IHG's grand plans in the coming years. ( read original story ...)
Trump’s tariff threat sends crypto prices falling
Cryptocurrency prices took a hit from the prospect of a trade war between the U.S. and its major trading partners, with some well-known digital assets seeing values fall more than 10%.
How Will DeepSeek Impact Crypto AI Projects?
Both the stock and crypto markets took a hit after DeepSeek announced a free version of ChatGPT, built at a fraction of the cost—is that good news for crypto AI?
‘Musk It’ meme coin from Elon Musk’s father brings scrutiny to celebrity crypto ventures
Over the past 24 hours, the "Musk It" meme coin has seen a trading volume of $5.8 million. Errol Musk’s new token features no involvement from his billionaire son Elon Musk, and ...
Trump’s Tariff Pause Sends Shockwaves: Crypto and Stocks Rebound–What’s Next?
Market volatility eases as Trump delays 25% tariffs on Mexico, sparking crypto recovery and investor optimism.
Charlie Munger Praised Buffett’s $20B ‘No-Brainer’ Investment In Japan: ‘Like Having God Just Opening A Chest And Pouring Money Into It’
When you think of Warren Buffett's investments, you probably picture American icons like Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Dairy Queen, or even See's Candies—classic brands that embody ...
SoftBank joins with OpenAI in yearly $3B venture to expand AI in Japan
SoftBank inked a $3 billion deal with OpenAI in a joint venture to market OpenAI tech in Japan with its newly-minuted "Cristal Intelligence" suite of tools. ( read original story ...)