The Visa unit is suspected of charging higher fees to credit card companies that did not use its network to check credit information, forcing them to stop using its rivals' networks or switch to using its networks,
Japan’s Kanda says officials need to respond if speculators cause excessive FX moves, Kyodo reports
Japan's top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said on Wednesday he would have to respond if speculators cause excessive moves in the currency market and that there was no limit to how often authorities ...
Japan to provide $3.3 billion in loans to Ukraine as part of G7 support package
Japan to provide $3.3 billion in loans to Ukraine as part of a G7 initiative totalling $50 billion to support the country amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia.
Why Simone Biles says her struggles at Tokyo Games were different from Kerri Strug’s 1996 performance
The gymnastics superstar also shares in a new Netflix documentary how she views Strug's iconic Olympic moment in 1996 "a little differently" in hindsight. ( read original story ...)
TOKYO SKYTREE Operator Opens Special Web Page, “A Night at TOKYO SKYTREE,” within Official Site, Showcasing How to Enjoy It at Night
https://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/cn_s/enjoy/nightexperience/ (Simplified Chinese) TOKYO SKYTREE is the world's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower. It has two ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin price rally to $65K fueled by ‘complete exhaustion’ from sellers — Glassnode
Bitcoin’s swift surge above $65,000 occurred after sellers’ “complete exhaustion” culminated with the German government emptying its BTC wallets.
Japan’s Kono Says Central Bank Needs to Raise Rates to Lift Yen
A prominent minister running Japan’s digital agency left the door open for a bid to become prime minister as he called on the central bank to increase interest rates to boost the value of the yen and ...
Trump picks crypto-friendly J.D. Vance as running mate, setting up pro-crypto ticket
On Monday, former president Donald Trump announced Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate and Vice President pick for November’s election.
Tokyo Electron Leads Japan Tech Selloff on China Chip Curb Fears
Tokyo Electron Ltd. shares tumbled by the most in three months after Bloomberg reported US discussions about using its most severe trade restrictions to curb China’s access to advanced semiconductor ...
Japan arranging to shoulder $3.3 billion in G7 loans for Ukraine
Japan is arranging to shoulder $3.3 billion in loans to Ukraine as part of support to be provided by Group of Seven members utilizing interest from Russian sovereign assets frozen as part of their sanctions over Moscow's invasion of its neighbor,
Japan’s Suzuki aims to cut vehicle weight of key model by 15% over a decade
Japan's Suzuki Motor said on Wednesday it plans to cut the weight of its small Alto hatchback by 15% over the next decade, aiming to reduce the vehicle's energy usage and employ those technology gains in other models.
Japanese footballer Sano under arrest for alleged sexual assault of woman in Tokyo hotel
Japan footballer Kaishu Sano has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman, local media reported on Wednesday. The 23-year-old ... ( read original story ...)
3 best Japanese festivals happening in Tokyo this July 19-21 weekend
We have now entered the summer festival season in Tokyo, and this weekend is a good example of how lively the city can be during this time of year. One of the main reasons why we are particularly ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo airport trials driverless cargo vehicle
Tokyo's Haneda Airport is trialing a driverless vehicle to tow cargo containers in an attempt to get around labor shortages as the number of tourists flying into Japan soars. The vehicle at one of the ... ( read original story ...)
After Tokyo Olympic disappointment, Nadeshiko Japan look for redemption
Following a string of limp group-stage performances, Nadeshiko Japan had been eliminated in the quarterfinals of the Tokyo Olympics against a backdrop of empty seats at Saitama Stadium, capping a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s mixed business sentiment highlights patchy economic outlook
Japanese manufacturers became more confident about business conditions in July whereas those in the service sector cooled, the monthly Reuters Tankan survey showed on Wednesday, reflecting a patchy ... ( read original story ...)