The Japanese firm posted a $7.7 billion quarterly profit and is ready to chase fresh profits with new AI bets and IPOs.
Welcome to the Donald Trump Era of Crypto
On Monday morning, the research firm Bernstein came out with some advice about crypto for its Wall Street clients: “Buy everything you can.” Ever since the invention of bitcoin 15 years ago, this would be the kind of bloodshot,
Ex-FanDuel Co-Founders Launch Crypto Sportsbook BetHog Amid Trump Bump
Former FanDuel Co-Founders Nigel Eccles and Rob Jones have aspirations to offer the crypto sportsbook in certain U.S. jurisdictions where feasible.
Japan won’t raise taxes to fund US$65 billion chips aid: Industry minister
TOKYO: Japan's government is not planning any tax hike to finance its 10 trillion yen (US$65 billion) plan to support domestic semiconductor and artificial intelligence projects, industry minister ...
Japanese Crypto Exchange Bitbank Expands Global Reach with New Blockchain Investment Arm
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Bitbank has recently entered the global market by creating another subsidiary, Bitbank Ventures. This new entity aims to invest ...
Bitcoin Nears $90,000 as Crypto Market Exceeds Pandemic-Era Peak
Bitcoin’s record-breaking rally took the digital asset close to $90,000 for the first time and lifted the overall value of the crypto market above its pandemic-era peak as traders bet on a boom under President-elect Donald Trump.
Crypto shorters bleed heavy amid “Extreme Greed” sentiments
The much anticipated bull run led by Bitcoin (BTC) is making shorters bleed heavily. The biggest crypto breached the $89,000 price level with a surge of over 10% in the last 24 hours. However, $90,000 now looks like just a formality as the Fear and Greed index is flashing “Extreme Greed” on the chart.
Japan’s Nikkei reverses course to finish down as chip shares drag
TOKYO - Japan's Nikkei share average gave up early gains on Tuesday to close lower, as semiconductor-related shares extended declines in the afternoon session. The Nikkei closed down 0.4% at 39,376.09 ...
Former BOJ Member Weighs in on Political Headwinds Facing Japan Central Bank
Former Bank of Japan policy board member Takahide Kiuchi said the domestic political situation is tilted against more rate hikes.
Bank of Japan needs to increase interest rates to defend the Japanese yen: Strategist
Amir Anvarzadeh of Asymmetric Advisors discusses the outlook of the Japanese economy and what role the Bank of Japan can play to strengthen the Yen. Mike McCarthy Makes Definitive Statement on Cowboys ...
Bitcoin Record Lifts Crypto Market Value Past Pandemic-Era Peak
Bitcoin’s record-breaking rally took the digital asset past $89,000 and lifted the overall value of the crypto market above its pandemic-era peak as traders bet on a boom under President-elect Donald Trump.
Bitcoin nears $90,000 as investors eye crypto-friendly Trump administration
The commodity has gained more than 30 percent since election day, with investors anticipating Washington to take a turn towards more crypto-friendly policies under Trump. During h
SoftBank Swings to Profit With Help From Hot Indian IPO Market
SoftBank Group Corp. swung to a quarterly profit on a series of successful Indian listings and a rebound in tech valuations that boosted the Vision Fund portfolio.
Hang Seng Index and Nikkei 225: Divergent Paths Amid US Tariffs and BoJ Rate Uncertainty
Asian stocks diverge as Hang Seng faces tariff woes and Nikkei gains on yen dip. Get insights on US, China, Australia, and Japan’s economic impacts on markets.
Japan won’t raise taxes to fund $65 billion chips aid, industry minister says
Japan's government is not planning any tax hike to finance its 10 trillion yen ($65 billion) plan to support domestic semiconductor and artificial intelligence projects, industry minister Yoji Muto ...
SmartBank secures $26M for its personal finance management app
The majority of the aging population in Japan still prefers using cash for transactions, according to a recent report citing government data. In 2023, cashless transactions in Japan totaled 126.7 ...