Until recently, cryptocurrencies appeared to be far from the kind of institutionally sound investments that would be attractive to CFOs looking to diversify a corporate portfolio. These novelty assets ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese lessor inks deal that boosts Boeing’s 737 Max order backlog
SMBC Aviation Capital says it's positioning its aircraft portfolio "for air traffic recovery" by ordering additional jets as airlines prepare for robust post-pandemic travel demand. ( read original story ...)
As Japan ponders data rules, 40% of financial firms send user info overseas
With Japanese corporate management of personal information under scrutiny after revelations at messaging app Line, a Nikkei survey shows that about 40% of leading financial services institutions in ... ( read original story ...)
Nvidia sold $155 million in crypto mining chips last quarter, but PC gaming remains its biggest market
In February, Nvidia released new cards specifically for mining cryptocurrency. Nvidia booked $155 million in revenue from crypto mining cards in the first quarter. But Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang talks ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Billionaire Explains How To Get Best ROI On Life
Recently valued at more than ten billion dollars, the 29-year-old founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX accumulated his wealth faster than anyone in modern history for one expressed purpose. ( read original story ...)
If you can stomach sudden drops in the crypto space, Jim Bianco believes it will ultimately pay off
Bianco Research's Jim Bianco suggests crypto's wild swings will abate once the space matures. Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. Sign up for free newsletters and get more CNBC ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei share average opens down 0.35 pct
Japan's benchmark Nikkei average opened down 0.35 percent at 28,543.32 on Thursday, while the broader Topix shed 0.32 percent at 1,914.46. T Reuters, the news and media division of Thomson Reuters, is ... ( read original story ...)
LDP lawmaker’s spectacularly offensive remarks further embarrass Japan
Avoid the spectacularly dumb and offensive. Apparently, the toxic spectacle of the five-ring Olympic circus crashing Tokyo's pandemic is not enough for Yana. Why not further embarrass Japan globally? ( read original story ...)
Japan Ruling Party Executive Calls for $239 Billion Extra Budget
Japan's government is expected to compile an extra budget in October or November, senior ruling party lawmaker Kozo Yamamoto said on Wednesday, calling for spending of around $239 billion to cushion ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM adviser steps down after tweets downplaying COVID-19 situation
An outspoken economic adviser to Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga has stepped down after his recent online posts drew fire for downplaying the COVID-19 situation in Japan and ridiculing growing calls for ... ( read original story ...)
PayPal will allow users to withdraw crypto funds into third-party wallets
"We want to give choice to our consumers, something that will let them pay in any way they want to pay," PayPal told CoinDesk. ( read original story ...)
Nikkei to reach 30-year high on economic reopenings
Japanese shares are expected to recover and reach a 30-year peak by the end of year as an acceleration of vaccinations after initial delays helps the economy to reopen, according to respondents in a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s corporate service prices creep up as freight costs pinch firms
Japan's corporate service prices rose for the second straight month in April due to a rebound in advertising and freight fees, data showed on Wednesday, a sign the economy was gradually emerging from ... ( read original story ...)
The Biden Administration Took a New Stance on Crypto. Here’s What Investors Should Know
Government agencies are beginning to signal an interest in increased cryptocurrency regulation. Here’s how that may affect your crypto investments. ( read original story ...)
Meme Stocks And Crypto Surge Again As Experts Warn Of ‘Dangerous’ Market Conditions
Risky market pockets—including cryptocurrencies that are fresh off a massive crash—skyrocketed Wednesday morning as the broader market bounced back from the recent inflation-spurred rout, but analysts ... ( read original story ...)
The Week Crypto Crashed — Market Drops $700 Billion After Chinese Crackdown And Elon Musk’s Environmental Worries
The cryptocurrency market shrunk by around 27% this week after Tesla billionaire Elon Musk raised concerns over bitcoin’s environmental impact and China renewed its regulatory crackdown on digital ... ( read original story ...)