The announcement sent crypto markets into a massive freefall. At one point, Coinglass data showed that more than $19.2 billion in leveraged positions were liquidated, marking the largest single-day wipeout ever for crypto. As per Kraken, Bitcoin (BTC) plunged more than 10%, briefly dipping below $110,000 before clawing back to $112,000.
Crypto spent millions to defeat Sherrod Brown and elect allies. It’s ready for a repeat in 2026
At a five-star resort tucked in the mountains of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the cryptocurrency industry was celebrating a historic start to the year on Capitol Hill. Its priorities were sailing through Congress with unusual speed and one senator did not hesitate to say why.
Why Japan’s Mom-and-Pop Investors Are Stepping Back Into the Market
Japanese savers are breaking with a decadeslong habit, thanks to a renewed government push to get households to put their money to work.
M7.4 earthquake hits near Mindanao, no threat of tsunami
The US Geological Survey says a magnitude 7.4 earthquake has struck near the southern Philippine island of Mindanao. Officials say there is no longer a threat of tsunami. ( read original story ...)
Ancient Atlas sculpture to go on display in Osaka after expo
OSAKA--A work of art from the classical era that drew huge crowds at Osaka Kansai Expo 2025 will not return to Italy when the event closes on Oct. 13, but go on show at another museum here until ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s aspiring leader drums to relieve stress. She has many reasons to reach for her sticks
Staunch conservative and longtime lawmaker Sanae Takaichi is days away from becoming Japan’s first woman prime minister, and she inherits a daunting list of challenges. ( read original story ...)
What retail investors need to know about Japan’s ‘Iron lady’
Investors in Japan have been tempted in recent years by two opportunities: buying world-class companies on modest valuations or buying slightly obscure local companies at bargain-shop valuations. ( read original story ...)
‘Trump Surprise’ Triggers Huge Crypto ‘Flash Crash’ As Traders Brace For Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, BNB And Solana Price ‘Wipeout’
Traders are bracing for further declines as the bitcoin price crash suddenly accelerates amid uncertainty over U.S. president Donald Trump’s fresh China ...
Crypto Market Crash With 100% Trump Tariff Announcement on China
The sharp decline in the crypto market followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 100% tariff on Chinese goods.
Schauffele and Greyserman atop the leaderboard after three rounds of Japan PGA tournament
Max Greyserman and Xander Schauffele shared the top of the leaderboard after Saturday's third round of the Baycurrent Classic in Japan. Playing on a rainy day, Greyserman finished with an even-par 71 ... ( read original story ...)
Schauffele grabs share of Japan lead in bid to break drought
Xander Schauffele closed in on his first win of the year after grabbing a share of the lead Saturday heading into the final day of the US PGA Tour's Baycurrent Classic in Japan.The 30-year-old went ... ( read original story ...)
Visitors pack World Expo site in Osaka two days before closing
Crowds of people packed the venue of the 2025 World Expo in Osaka on Saturday, two days before its closing. The 6-month event opened in April, with 158 countries and territories taking part. More than ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and U.S. leaders may tour U.S. aircraft carrier
According to sources, the two sides plan to have their leaders visit the Yokosuka base during U.S. President Donald Trump's upcoming trip to the Asian nation later this month. ( read original story ...)
Japan raises business visa capital bar sixfold to Rs 1.74 cr amid misuse concerns
The move follows a surge in visa applications, which authorities say has led to misuse of the scheme by individuals seeking a shortcut to long-term residency rather than genuinely managing businesses ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka expo enters final weekend, venue at capacity as closing day nears
The World Exposition in Osaka entered its final weekend on Saturday, having drawn more than 200,000 visitors a day in recent weeks an ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sapporo bans placing coins in coffins to help the dead pay for ferry to afterlife
Equipment damage sees ancient crematorium ritual outlawed; similar custom in China involves legend of the goddess of oblivion. ( read original story ...)