Japan's tech giant doubles down on AI with OpenAI services, PayPay IPO ambitions, and a hunt for Nvidia's next-gen chips.
Japan’s Cryptocurrency Tax Reform Spurs $33 Billion Investment Revival
In November 2025, Japan's cryptocurrency market witnessed a significant turnaround, spurred by a tax overhaul that attracted a $33 billion influx from investors ...
Here’s what crypto pros say is next for bitcoin after its tumble into bear market territory
Bitcoin extended its October losses into the new month, dipping into bear market territory. The outlook is still upbeat, but pros say expect volatility.
Crypto markets reel amid Supreme Court hearing on Trump tariffs
Notably, the Supreme Court hearing on the tariff case isn't alone responsible for the volatility in the crypto market. In fact, the market has been bleeding for the last month since Trump threatened ...
Metaplanet Draws $100 Million Bitcoin-Backed Loan to Buy More Bitcoin
Metaplanet just tapped its $100 million Bitcoin-backed credit line to scoop up more bitcoin — doubling down as markets wobble.
Analyst says crypto must face ‘flushout’ before next rally
The crypto market may be approaching the final phase of a retail “flushout,” according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. Speaking in a Nov. 4 interview on CNBC Crypto, Hougan described ...
Japan’s Nikkei 225 tanks over 2% as Asia markets drop amid AI valuation concerns
The Nikkei lost 4.65%, while the Topix was down more than 3%. Shares in Japan's SoftBank Group plunged more than 14% Wednesday amid a broader drop in Asian AI-linked companies, tracking declines in ...
Japan’s Nikkei 225 slumps 4%, led by losses in tech sector
Chip-related stocks faced strong selling pressure following overnight falls in U.S. high-tech shares, amid growing caution over recent sharp gains in AI-related equities.
Metaplanet secures $100M loan collateralized by Bitcoin holdings
MetaPlanet secures $100M loan using Bitcoin as collateral, expanding institutional adoption of Bitcoin-backed corporate financing.
LED Modular Display Market in Japan to Reach US$1 Billion by 2033: Key Trends, Innovations, Companies, Top 10 Cities and Market Outlook
As Japan invests in smart cities, the demand for innovative LED solutions surges, despite challenges like high costs and strict regulations Japanese LED Modular Display Market Japanese LED Modular ...
Japan’s crypto market climbs to $33B as exchanges ramp up activity
The cryptocurrency market in Japan is growing rapidly as more people purchase digital coins and exchanges prepare for more lenient regulations. Japanese investors held a record ¥5 trillion ($33.16 ...
Trump Just Issued A ‘Very Big’ China Warning As Crypto Braces For A Major $100,000 Bitcoin Price Crash
The bitcoin price has soared since the reelection of U.S. president Donald Trump last year, rising on a wave of enthusiasm for bitcoin and crypto, but its rally has stalled in recent months despite ...
Analysis-Japan’s crypto players jostle for market share on regulatory easing hopes
By Anton Bridge and Rae Wee TOKYO (Reuters) -From the launch of new products and services in Japan to facilitating leveraged trading bets, crypto exchanges and some financial firms are rushing to cash ...
Japan’s Nikkei 225 tanks over 4% as Asia markets drop amid AI valuation concerns
The Nikkei lost 4.65%, while the Topix was down more than 3%. Shares in Japan's SoftBank Group plunged more than 14% Wednesday amid a broader drop in Asian AI-linked companies, tracking declines in ...
Nikkei plunges over 2,000 points in morning trading
Chip-related stocks faced strong selling pressure following overnight falls in U.S. high-tech shares, amid growing caution over recent sharp gains in AI-related equities.
Japan’s Nikkei Index Drops 3.8% As AI Optimism Falters
Japan's benchmark Nikkei index dropped 3.8 percent on Wednesday following a downbeat session on Wall Street fuelled by fears of an AI bubble.