In today’s newsletter, China is “encircling” India by building key relationships in the neighbourhood. But first, is the government finally open to regulating cryptocurrency?
UK Investors Finally Get Tax-Free Crypto Access Via ISAs And Pensions
After years of forcing UK investors toward risky offshore exchanges and leveraged treasury companies, the FCA's crypto ETN approval delivers tax-free crypto exposure.
Bitcoin hits new record above $125,000 as investors look past government shutdown: CNBC Crypto World
On today's episode of CNBC Crypto World, bitcoin reaches a new record above $125,000 supported by recent gains in U.S. stocks and inflows into bitcoin ETFs. Plus, Lale Akoner, eToro's global market ...
Japan’s stock market powers to a fresh record on a new leader, but the hype could fizzle fast, analysts warn
Traders have piled in on the "Takaichi trade" — a bet on stronger stocks, rising bond yields, and a weaker yen.
Tokyo Game Show 2025: Century Games Booth Welcomes Visitor with Cheerleader Companion, Showcasing “Whiteout Survival” & “King Shot”
Story by Toyabe Kohei Tokyo Game Show 2025 (TGS2025), held from September 25th to 28th, 2025, delivered its usual blend of exciting new game announcements, hands-on experiences, and diverse stage events. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks hit new record as Asian markets extend global rally
Japanese stocks hit another record on Tuesday (Oct 7), building on the previous day's surge following the election of a pro-stimulus advocate to lead the country's ruling party, while gold also pushed ( read original story ...)
Asia Morning Briefing: Regional Crypto Power Balance Is Shifting as Japan ‘Ready to Pop’
On the sidelines of Token2049 in Singapore, crypto execs kept returning to the same theme: Tokyo is becoming the region’s new crypto capital.
Japan finance minister warns against forex volatility as yen weakens
Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Tuesday that the government will be vigilant for volatile movements on the currency market, as the yen slid to two-month lows past 150 to the dollar ...
Japan’s Takaichi picks ex-premier Aso as party vice president
Sanae Takaichi, who is expected to become Japan's next prime minister, chose former premier and party heavyweight Taro Aso on Tuesday as vice president of her ruling party, a move some analysts saw as ...
Investors celebrate Japan’s ‘Iron Lady’ election win
Japan focused exchange-traded funds rallied as the Nikkei hit a record high after conservative leader Sanae Takaichi was elected the country's first female prime minister.
Osaka couple arrested for attempting to import rice illegally
The suspects are alleged to have tried to import some 45 tons of rice from Vietnam, claiming it as mung beans. ( read original story ...)
News in Easy English: Osaka cyclist with hearing problem worries about new earphone ban
A 44-year-old man in Osaka Prefecture is worried about a new law in Japan that will ban using earphones while riding a bicycle. The law will ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Pacifist Japan Starts Investing in Defense Startups
Yamaguchi’s startup, AirKamuy, can afford such mishaps because it makes cheap, mass-produced drones—out of cardboard, of all things. If all goes well, Japan’s Ministry of Defense will buy these ... ( read original story ...)
Kirin, Sapporo limit beer shipments amid Asahi cyberattack fallout
TOKYO -- After the recent cyberattack on Asahi Group Holdings, fellow Japanese brewers Kirin, Suntory and Sapporo are limiting shipments of certain products as they grapple with a surge of orders by ... ( read original story ...)
2025 Baycurrent Classic: TV schedule, how to watch, tee times
Here's everything you need to know about the Baycurrent Classic at Yokohama Country Club in Japan, including favorites, how to watch and more. ( read original story ...)
Jobs report delayed — what it means for crypto
The U.S. government shutdown delays the September jobs report, with the crypto community glued to the Fed's next move.