A U.S. official was headed to Japan after meeting with the Dutch government in an effort to push allies to further crack down on China's ability to produce cutting-edge semiconductors, a person ...
Naomi Osaka’s Media Company, Hana Kuma, Receives Investment From The Players Fund, An Athlete-Led Firm
Naomi Osaka has scored another investment. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, the tennis athlete launched the media company Hana Kuma with Stuart Duguid in June 2022, in collaboration with LeBron James and Maverick Carter’s SpringHill Co., which serves ... ( read original story ...)
Simplifying crypto wallet set-ups could spur mass adoption, CEO says
Konstantin Richter discusses why having user-friendly interfaces for wallets will drive more people to crypto.
Meta must face Australian billionaire Forrest’s US lawsuit over scam Facebook crypto ads
A U.S. judge rejected Meta Platforms' bid to dismiss a lawsuit by billionaire Australian mining magnate Andrew Forrest over scam Facebook advertisements that show him promoting fake cryptocurrency and ...
How Crypto Money Is Poised to Influence the Election
The industry’s political awakening — and enormous pool of cash — is already affecting high-profile races across the country.
Bank of Japan Plans to Reduce Bond Buying, Yen Weakens
In a decision seen as a step toward monetary tightening, the bank said it would reduce the amount of monthly government bond purchases, as it left its policy interest rate unchanged.
Naomi Osaka loses in Berlin to ‘tough opponent’ Qinwen Zheng, Katie Boulter withdraws from Birmingham Classic
Qinwen Zheng claimed an opening win at the Berlin Open after coming through an entertaining three-set first-round clash against Naomi Osaka. The 21-year-old showed impressive maturity against the ... ( read original story ...)
“I can definitely relate”- Sha’Carri Richardson draws inspiration from Angel Reese and Naomi Osaka
Sha'Carri Richardson recently joined hands with tennis ace Naomi Osaka and basketball sensation Angel Reese for a campaign promoting Beats by Dre Solo 4 headphones. The world champion has claimed that ... ( read original story ...)
Japan has an excess sushi problem. These food waste activists put it in numbers
The country's ubiquitous convenience stores throw out huge amounts of edible food. In Tokyo, Rachel Nuwer meets the campaigners trying to change that. ( read original story ...)
New Deep-Sea Jellyfish Species Discovered Off Japan’s Coast
Scientists have identified a new species of medusa jellyfish lurking in the depths of the Sumisu Caldera, a volcanic formation in Japan. They have named it Santjordia pagesi due to its striking resemblance to the Cross of Saint George. Measuring about 10cm ... ( read original story ...)
CVC Said to Plan IPO of $8 Billion Retailer Zabka in September
CVC Capital Partners Plc is planning to list Zabka Polska SA in an initial public offering expected to value Poland’s biggest convenience store chain at $7.5 billion to $8 billion, according to people ...
Japan investment influx fueled by more than weak yen: KKR co-CEO
in Japan over the next decade. "For a fund like KKR that invests in unlisted stocks, this can lead to acquisition opportunities for high-quality businesses," Bae told Nikkei in a recent interview.
Shota Umino injury update, dealing with fractured hip
An injury update on Shota Umino is available. On Sunday, NJPW announced Umino had a back injury and would miss New Japan Soul in Sapporo later that day. Umino then posted to social media on ... ( read original story ...)
Koike, Renho unveil policy platforms ahead of Tokyo governor election
Two of the major contenders in Tokyo's gubernatorial election have both been talking about "reform" since announcing their candidacies. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Scammers Are Targeting Trump’s MAGA Supporters
After Donald Trump’s campaign announced it would accept cryptocurrency, the operators of a host of fraudulent websites have sought to hustle his supporters.
Nomad Says Hackers Can Keep 10% of Stolen Crypto if They Return the Rest
On Monday, the Nomad token bridge experienced what was initially a $2.3 million hack, but reports from crypto security companies showed that the breach allowed users to skip the verification messages normally needed to access the platform.