Tokyo Gas Co.’s stock rose 15% at one point in early trading Wednesday, its biggest climb since 1987, after Elliott Investment Management reported it had acquired 5.03% of the utility company’s shares ...
Japan says it will “closely watch” China’s military activity after Beijing admits spy plane violated airspace
China said the airspace violation occurred when the plane's pilot took emergency measures due to turbulence, Japan's Foreign Ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Bankman-Fried’s ex-deputy Wang avoids prison time over crypto fraud
Former cryptocurrency executive Gary Wang, who wrote the computer code that helped FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried steal about $8 billion from customers of the now-bankrupt exchange, was spared prison time by a judge on Wednesday.
Iggy Azalea explains why she’s gone all in on crypto
The rapper talks about her pivot into crypto and her new $MOTHER token on the latest episode of the 'Rapid Response' podcast.
Yokohama Unveils ‘Tech Hub’: Gateway to Global Innovation
Yokohama City inaugurates 'Tech Hub Yokohama' to foster global innovation, uniting researchers and entrepreneurs to nurture startups and unicorn companies. Located in Minato Mirai, the hub aspires to ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama’s Musical Autumn: A Harmony of Heritage and Innovation
Yokohama City hosted a four-day musical event, "Live Yokohama," to celebrate its rich jazz heritage while engaging diverse communities. Featuring performances by jazz bands, high school brass bands, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan back Jones’ warp-speed plan to upset England
Japan's players say that former England coach Eddie Jones' turbo-charged game plan is beginning to emerge on the pitch. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo business district temporarily hit by power outage
More than 1,000 electricity users in central Tokyo were hit by a temporary power outage on Wednesday. The blackout occurred during business hours in areas including the Shimbashi office district in ... ( read original story ...)
Elliott’s Tokyo Gas property push should not get Lost in Translation
With Japan’s hotel market booming, now would be a good time for the group to consider selling the Park Hyatt Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Marriott, KKR tap into midscale demand in Japan with rapid expansion of Four Points Flex by Sheraton
Marriott International is celebrating a milestone in its Japan expansion with the arrival of its 100th property in the country – Four Points Flex by Sheraton Osaka Umeda. ( read original story ...)
Elliott’s Tokyo Gas property push should not get Lost in Translation
With Japan’s hotel market booming, now would be a good time for the group to consider selling the Park Hyatt Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Billionaire Charoen’s Frasers Property, Sekisui House To Build Singapore Luxury Condo
Frasers Property—controlled by Thai billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi—has partnered with Japan’s Sekisui House to redevelop a serviced apartment along the Singapore River into a luxury residential ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Analysts Agree: Pepe Coin Price Will Blast to ATH Soon
Pepe Coin price remains in a bear market after falling by 23.3% from its year-to-date high. Crypto experts expect that the popular meme coin will bounce
Yokohama City hosts 4-day music festival ‘Live Yokohama’
This autumn, Yokohama City resonated with music during the 4-day event “Live Yokohama.” The city continues its efforts to become an even more vibrant and comfortable place to live. Show Full Article A ... ( read original story ...)
Japan: “Tech Hub Yokohama” launched to support start-ups
Yokohama City has launched “Tech Hub Yokohama” to support global start-up companies, marking an important step toward fostering innovation. The launch event brought together future business leaders to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Government Plans to Invest $1.3 Billion in Chipmaker Rapidus in FY2025, Nikkei Says
bsTOKYO (Reuters) - The Japanese government plans to invest 200 billion yen ($1.28 billion) in semiconductor startup Rapidus in the year starting April 2025 to help it meet its target of starting ... ( read original story ...)