Japan posted a current account surplus of 646.8 billion yen ($6 billion) in January, the Finance Ministry said Monday. Among key components, the country had a goods trade deficit of 130.1 billion yen ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Green Future Means Reckoning With Its Nuclear Past
About once a month, the same group of two dozen Japanese government officials, company executives and professors file into a bland white and beige conference room at the nation's economy, trade and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan has 60% more female executives but still lags West
Japanese businesses have made progress in naming more women who have risen through the ranks to executive positions, but female participation in management still falls far short of levels in Western ... ( read original story ...)
Why Bitcoin Won’t ‘Break’: Expert Explains the Crypto’s Rise
CEO of Flipside Crypto discusses why Bitcoin has surged, the SEC's role in crypto, new projects to watch and why we won't likely see a fall back to $10,000. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Coin Outperforming Bitcoin is About to See Supply Reduced
The reduced supply of Ether will likely lead to rising prices as demand for the coins increases, said Eric Turner, director of research at Messari, a cryptocurrency analytics firm. “This is probably ... ( read original story ...)
India Needs to Assess Crypto Risks Before Deciding Whether to Ban, Minister Says
India’s Minister of State for Finance Anurag Thakur said the government needs to study national security risks posed by virtual currencies before making any decision on their legality. ( read original story ...)
HAX Tokyo alumni LexxPluss secures seed round to enhance warehouse robotics
See the original story in Japanese. Kawasaki, Kanagawa-based LexxPluss announced on Wednesday that it has secured an undisclosed sum in a seed round from Incubate Fund, SOSV Investments, and ... ( read original story ...)
Operation Hidden Treasure Is Here. If You Have Unreported Crypto, Get Legal Advice
IRS is stepping up Crypto enforcement with Operation Hidden Treasure. Spoiler Alert: crypto holders are not so hidden. ( read original story ...)
Social Media Buzz: Crypto Mogul Bids $2 Million for Dorsey Tweet
Twitter’s co-founder and chief executive, is selling his first-ever tweet -- “just setting up my twttr”-- on a website called Valuables that auctions tweets. The highest bid is $2 million as of ... ( read original story ...)
Tesla Model 3 Demand Spikes In Japan Following 25% Price Slash
Has Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) recent price slashes in the Japanese market played out in a way your college Economics 101 professor would be proud of? What Happened: According to a recent report by ... ( read original story ...)
Operation Hidden Treasure Is Here. If You Have Unreported Crypto, It’s Time To Get Legal Advice.
IRS is stepping up Crypto enforcement with Operation Hidden Treasure. Spoiler Alert: crypto holders are not so hidden. ( read original story ...)
Crypto collectibles are set to explode, says NBA Top Shot investor. Here are 3 trends to watch.
Pakman says the popularity will continue growing and major brands like Disney will create their own. ( read original story ...)
JPMorgan Sends Its Private Clients a Primer on Crypto
The report, which was produced in February 2021 and obtained by CoinDesk Friday, has been distributed to clients of JPMorgan Private Bank, which requires a minimum balance of $10 million to open an ... ( read original story ...)
Rewards-Focused Startup Eco Raises $26M in Round Led by a16z Crypto
Eco, a cryptocurrency startup that claims it’s building a new type of finance platform, has opened to the public with a fresh investment of $26 million under its belt. According to a blog post Friday, ... ( read original story ...)
Online Funerals, Zen Apps Keep Japan’s Buddhist Temples Afloat
Memorial services held online. Zen meditation apps. Buddhist temple-led match-making services.As the coronavirus pandemic forces institutions around the world to change the way they do things, those ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei hits 1-month low as U.S. futures slump
Japan's Nikkei index on Thursday dropped to its lowest in one month, as investors sold off heavyweights including SoftBank Group and Fast Retailing, tracking a slump in U.S. futures during the Asian ... ( read original story ...)