Japan Nikkei extends losses for third day

At closing bell, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average stumbled by 357.58 points, or 1.33%, to 26,629.86. The broader Topix index of all First Section issues on the Tokyo Stock Exchange dropped 22.61 ... ( read original story ...)

Bank of Japan boosts bond interventions

The Bank of Japan announced a further set of buying operations today (June 14) after yields came under continued upward pressure. In a set of previously unscheduled purchases, the ... ( read original story ...)

In Southeast Asia, a booming crypto scene

Southeast Asia, a diverse region with an expanding population and rising income, is emerging as a popular destination for crypto entrepreneurs and investors hunting down high-growth startups in the ... ( read original story ...)

Bitcoin slump deepens in crypto meltdown

According to data provided by Coinmarketcap, the global crypto market cap fell to $983.72bn, before rebounding to a current price of $1.02trn. Bitcoin (BTC-USD) has fallen by 28.8% in the last week to ... ( read original story ...)