Japan just shut down a high-level meeting with the United States after the Trump administration increased its demand for defense spending without warning.
Kraken relocates US headquarters to Wyoming’s crypto-friendly city
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has officially moved its U.S. headquarters to Wyoming. The decision was primarily based on Wyoming's strong and future-oriented regulatory environment.
Japan plans deeper cut in super-long bond sales, no immediate buybacks eyed
Japan's government plans to cut scheduled sales of super-long bonds more than initially planned in a revision to its bond issuance programme for the current fiscal year, a document released by the ...
Global IPO market hits nine-year low amid market volatility
As businesses struggle with growing interest rates, volatile markets, and unclear trade policies, initial public offerings (IPOs) have decreased globally to their lowest level in almost ten years. As ...
Japan’s Nikkei ends lower as uncertainties in Middle East conflict weigh
Nikkei experienced a decline on Friday due to Middle East tensions. The index closed lower after initial gains. Fast Retailing and KDDI saw drops. Nintendo was the worst performer. Advantest and ...
Japan Looks to Cut Issuance of Superlong Government Bonds
The Japanese finance ministry’s plan comes after a rapid rise in long-end yields alarmed markets.
Not just $Trump: Several top administration officials have put their money into crypto
From JD Vance to Pete Hegseth to Tulsi Gabbard, several top administration officials have put thousands of dollars into cryptocurrency.
Kaia joins the Japan Blockchain Association, bulls aim to extend gains
Kaia extends upside and recovers above $0.1900 on Friday, reaching a four-month high of $0.1965 at the time of writing, resulting in an over 25% surge so far this week. The recovery run breaks above ...
Japan weighs ‘national shipyard’ to revive shipbuilding sector
TOKYO -- The Japanese government and ruling Liberal Democratic Party are drafting policies to revitalize the country's shipbuilding industry, including a plan for the government to construct or ...
Japan’s Core Inflation Picks Up in May, Complicating BOJ’s Policy Steering
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.