Japan implemented a new stablecoin law ... and cost-effective in order to democratize the cryptocurrency market. “ The bid spread for crypto is too expensive. It erodes a lot of the returns… because ...
The end of the ‘crypto gold rush’ leaves local economies with little to show: report
Rising bitcoin prices have not been paired with an increase in crypto-related entrepreneurial activity, according to a new report.
Taylor Swift agreed to FTX partnership, but the crypto exchange bailed, source tells CNBC
The nature of the agreement contradicts prior public statements from a high-profile attorney that suggested that Swift pulled out of the contract.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Cash Rises More Than 10%
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for July 6, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Circle Considers Issuing A Stablecoin In Japan Following New Legislation
Payment services company Circle (CRYPTO: USDC) is contemplating the issuance of a stablecoin in Japan, following the recent implementation of legislation governing st ...
World has not given Tokyo’s plan green light: China Daily editorial
It was greeted with relief by Tokyo, but with concerns, questions and objections by much of the international community. The IAEA report does not provide Tokyo with a license to go ahead with its ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s largest port hit with ransomware attack
Japan’s busiest shipping port said Thursday it would resume operations after a ransomware attack prevented the port from receiving shipping containers for two days. ( read original story ...)
Japan needs nat’l conversation on population decline, immigration: expert policy group
Japan must have a serious national discussion about the country's declining population and immigration issues, a private group of prominent e・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s largest port Nagoya gradually resumes operation after hacker attack
A two-day operational halt as a result of the attack, has caused significant congestion at the port A subscription is required to continue reading this content. Are you a subscriber? Sign in to ... ( read original story ...)
Port of Nagoya resumes operations later than planned after Russian hack
The port, which handles some of Toyota’s exports and imports, has been at a standstill since Tuesday afternoon, when Nagoya United Terminal System was infected with ransomware. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Defense Ministry reports decade-old PFAS chemical spills at US air base in Tokyo
The Yokota Air Base spills occurred in January 2010 at a hangar and in October and November 2012 from a metal barrel and storage container, the metro government said. ( read original story ...)
Glitches in Japan’s unpopular MyNumber digital ID cards draw a flood of complaints
The minister charged with an overhaul of this nation’s digitized system to assign a number to all Japanese has apologized, as doctors protested glitches with health insurance and local governments begged for clarity on how to go about handling the problems. ( read original story ...)
Foxconn Chairman Holds Talks With Sharp Employees in Japan After Profit Slump
Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported a 56% plunge in first-quarter net profit, due to a T$17.3 billion ($553 million) writedown related to its 34% stake in Japanese electronics maker Sharp. ( read original story ...)
How Tom Brady’s Crypto Ambitions Collided With Reality
The superstar quarterback is among the celebrities dealing with the fallout from the crypto crash. Others, like Taylor Swift, escaped.
‘Collapse of the crypto bubble’: Job listings tumble as much as 80% in major U.S. cities
The decline mirrors the troubled times in the industry, which has seen crypto prices drop, prominent companies collapse, and sector leaders outed as scammers. Major U.S. cities from New York to Los ...
Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 1.70%
Japan stocks were lower after the close on Thursday, as losses in the Precision Instruments, Railway & Bus and Retail sectors led shares lower. At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 lost 1.70%. The best performers of the session