Deepfakes explode in Japan, tearing down language barrier

TOKYO -- The use of deepfakes by fraudsters has surged in Japan, according to private-sector data, showing how the language barrier no longer provides a protection against global scammers. The number of deepfake cases in Japan jumped 28-fold last year ...

The 12 Best Hotels In Osaka

Located in Nishi-Umeda, a downtown business and shopping district, the property is just a short walk from Osaka Station (but if you’re departing via bullet train, you’ll need to head to the Shin-Ōsaka ... ( read original story ...)

Why Crypto Crashed Ahead of NVIDIA’s Earnings

Crypto fell on a broad tech sell-off on Wednesday. The industry also got some negative news -- from Russian usage of the blockchain to a Wells notice being sent to OpenSea. Even the crypto market is hanging on NVIDIA's every word. Fear crept back into the ...

Flights cancelled and factories closed as Typhoon Shanshan approaches Japan

Japan is on high alert as powerful Typhoon Shanshan edges closer, with high waves and wind prompting flight cancellations, train suspensions, and factory shutdowns. The storm is expected to hit southern Kyushu on Thursday, with winds reaching up to 155mph (250kph) at its centre, strong enough to topple houses. ( read original story ...)