Persistent price rises further complicate the Bank of Japan’s policy steering amid tariff-related uncertainty.
Japan to require IC chip ID verification for online bank accounts in 2027
Japan will require banks and credit card companies to use IC chip-based identity verification for non-face-to-face account openings starting in April 2027, under a revised rule aimed at curbing fraud, ...
Japanese banks set to ban storage of cash in safe-deposit boxes
In recent months, incidents came to light in which workers at major lenders allegedly stole client valuables held in such boxes.
Fell for a Crypto Scam? The FBI Could Be Trying To Seize Back The Funds
Federal investigators are moving to recover $225 million lost to cryptocurrency scams that targeted over 430 suspected victims.
Barron Trump’s crypto investor nears cash bonanza
The top Trump investor, who has a $75-million stake in the first family's crypto bank World Liberty Financial, announced the reverse merger with merchandise supplier SRM Entertain
Japan to Sound Out Market Players on Tweaks to Bond Issuance
Japan’s Finance Ministry will seek feedback from market players later Friday over its planned reductions to super-long bond issuance as it takes steps to quell market turbulence.
India becomes No. 2 air conditioner market, surpassing Japan
OSAKA -- India became the world's second-largest market for air conditioners in 2024, pulling ahead of Japan for the first time.
Oceania Introduces Nikkei Cuisine to Red Ginger’s Menu
Oceania Cruises announced 12 new Nikkei dishes at its signature Pan-Asian restaurant, Red Ginger. This menu expansion brings a fusion of Peruvian flavors and refined Japanese culinary techniques and ...
DOJ files to seize $225 million in crypto from scammers
The accounts allegedly helped launder money from pig butchering fraud.
Japan backs Johor’s rise as Asean smart mobility hub, eyes deeper tech, green investment ties
Japan has pledged continued support for Johor’s transformation into an Asean benchmark for urban mobility by promoting smart transit solutions ...
Trump Confirms ‘Massive’ Crypto Price Game-Changer As ‘Trillions’ Predicted To Hit Bitcoin Market
Donald Trump has said the Senate passing a key piece of stablecoin legislation will lead to “massive” bitcoin and crypto ...
Trump Company Reduces Stake In Crypto Venture
While the MAGA faithful continues throwing money at Trump’s crypto projects, the first family appears to be walking off with some of its profits.
DuckDuckGo Can Now Warn You About Fake Crypto Exchanges and Other Online Scams
DuckDuckGo, the privacy-focused search engine, announced Thursday that it updated its browser's Scam Blocker to guard you against more online threats. The company said online that its Scam Blocker can ...
Briefs: Record delisting rush as Japan firms flee TSE; London woos Chinese listings as City fights IPO drought
The London bourse has seen only four IPOs either pending or trading this year as its valuation discount to global peers deters firms. As a major offshore yuan hub, London has also collaborated with ...
Japan cuts 30- and 40-year bond sales by 10%
Japan is making a rare mid-year move to ease the selloff in its debt markets by cutting back how many long-dated bonds it sells for the rest of the fiscal year.
Japan’s debts are shrinking. Its troubles may only be starting
Japan’s fiscal position also appears healthier following a rare burst of inflation, which has boosted tax receipts. Preliminary data suggest the country recorded a surplus for the first time in 17 ...