Japan’s top court on Friday ruled that the government was not liable for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear crisis, dismissing thousands of evacuees’ demands that the state, not just the utility, pay ... ( read original story ...)
The Morning After: Half of Japan’s businesses are still using Internet Explorer
Half of Japan's businesses are still using Internet Explorer, The Boring Company will build a 34-mile tunnel network underneath Las Vegas, Sony and Honda’s EV business has a name. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin sinks below $20,000 as crypto meltdown intensifies
Crypto investors are grappling with aggressive interest rate hikes from the U.S. Federal Reserve and a worsening liquidity crunch. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 1,681 new COVID cases on June 18
Japan's capital recorded 1,681 more coronavirus infections on June 18 after registering 1,596 cases the day before, the Tokyo Metropolitan Go ... ( read original story ...)
The Crypto Party Is Over
The cryptocurrency industry was built on swagger, enthusiasm and optimism. All three are in short supply these days, as losses and layoffs mount. ( read original story ...)
RadioShack, Now a Crypto Swap, Trends Over Profane Tweets
The once ubiquitous electronics store is now a crypto swap. Its verified Twitter account has begun roasting other users in recent days. ( read original story ...)
Businesses are preparing for a crypto winter—here’s what that means for you
Companies are showing concerns of a recession, and in the crypto space, many are preparing for a crypto winter. Coinbase is laying off 18% of its workforce, or roughly 1,100 people, according to an ... ( read original story ...)
Japan protests to China over resource development in East China Sea
Japan has announced that it had protested to Beijing about what it called China's unilateral development of resources in the East China Sea, saying the activity was continuing despite a 2008 agreement ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s timeless yukata blend tradition and modern flair
I have drawn a number of them into this world," she said with a laugh. Yukata are a common sight at summer events in Japan, such as seasonal and temple festivals, and fireworks displays. ( read original story ...)
Yoon’s push for South Korea-Japan thaw meets hesitancy in Tokyo
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has already made big waves barely a month into office, especially when it comes to national security. When North Korea fired eight short-range ballistic missiles ... ( read original story ...)
Russian warships pass Izu Islands south of Tokyo
Seven Russian warships passed near the Izu Islands south of Tokyo this week, the Defense Ministry said Friday, as Japan is on alert o ... ( read original story ...)
Anger as Japan’s government is cleared of blame over Fukushima
Japan’s Supreme Court has ruled the government is not liable for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear crisis, dismissing thousands of evacuees’ demands that the state, not just the utility, pay compensation for ... ( read original story ...)
How is Japan’s Covid death rate lowest among wealthiest nations in world
Japan's Covid-19 death rate is the lowest among the world's wealthiest nations, with health experts pointing to continued mask wearing, extensive vaccination ... ( read original story ...)
Business calendar: BOJ defies the trend
STORY: Here’s what to watch in the business and finance world in the week to June 24. Keep an eye on Japanese inflation data on Friday.The Bank of Japan has bucked a global trend of monetary ... ( read original story ...)
Japan court exonerates govt from nuke damages
TOKYO: Japan’s government is not liable for damages demanded by people whose lives were devastated by the Fukushima nuclear disaster, the country’s top court said. ( read original story ...)
We’ve only scratched the surface of how bad the crypto crime wave has gotten
Bored Ape heists. Feds seizing stolen Ethereum. NFT insider trading. The crypto crime wave is real and it's gotten worse. ( read original story ...)