Japan’s balance of trade unexpectedly swung to its first surplus since July 2021, an outcome that should help ease pressure on the economy’s recovery, though risks remain for the growth outlook.
Workers at San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing are trying to buy the brewery as it faces liquidation under Sapporo ownership
In a letter on Wednesday, about 40 workers made an offer to the current owners Sapporo USA, reporter Dave Infante wrote in Vinepair. Sapporo acquired the brand in 2017 for a reported $85 million. But ... ( read original story ...)
NBCU Uses Tokyo Olympics, BravoCon to Navigate Weak TV Upfront (EXCLUSIVE)
In a tough moment for the economics of TV, NBCUniversal went to market with a greater emphasis on big tentpole events and a little less on individual TV shows and specific networks. The ... ( read original story ...)
One Hot July Week Could Transform The Future Of U.S. Crypto Regulation
Over the course of one hot July week we saw all three branches engage in significant ways that could have a lasting impact on the future of crypto regulation.
‘A Big Deal’—Ethereum Cofounder Teases New Upgrade That Be A ‘100x’ Game-Changer After XRP-Led Bitcoin And Crypto Price Boom
Now, after one crypto veteran declared a rally imminent after the Fed's $15 trillion "manipulation" of the bond market, ethereum cofounder Vitalik Buterin has teased a new upgrade to the network that ...
Anchor Brewing Employees Want to Buy the Shuttered Brewery, Run It as a Co-Op
Investors, local fans and Anchor Brewing employees are all fighting to find a way to keep the iconic business open after its closure. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama star’s verdict on Reo Hatate; nods to Celtic’s global stature
Celtic have been winning friends in the early stages of the Japan Tour as Reo Hatate is lauded by Yokohama's, Kota Watanabe. ( read original story ...)
Americans are moving to Japan for its safety and affordability
Japan isn't a top destination for American expats, but it's a go-to for those seeking quality of life. Four relocators share their experiences. ( read original story ...)
IHG Hotels & Resorts Welcomes RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka to Vignette Collection
RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka has joined the IHG Hotels & Resorts’ system on 30 June 2023, making it IHG’s largest hotel in Japan and its seventh hotel in Osaka ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Trading in Japan Rises as Yen Turns Volatile
The share of bitcoin trade volume on Japanese exchanges rose from 69% to 80% in the first six months of the year, data tracked by Kaiko show.
Coinbase is a crypto conundrum, squared
Coinbase Global’s stock has risen from the ashes of last year’s cryptocurrency market conflagration. But the digital exchange’s ascent defies both gravity and logic. Not only does Coinbase’s value ...
Crypto prices: Bitcoin trades flat, XRP up
XRP ( XRP-USD) is up 4% in the past 42 hours. The payment token from Ripple Labs has surged over 70% over the past week, following a court ruling in favour of Ripple against the US Securities and ...
Macro State of Crypto – Where It Has Been and What’s Next
Analytics can offer insight into how recent and past crypto and regulatory events have affected prices and movement. Plus: A quick Q&A on retirement funds.
Central Tokyo condo price soars to record high in 1st half of 2023
The average unit price of a new condominium in Tokyo's 23 central wards in the first six months of 2023 soared to a record high 129.6 million yen ($930,000) due largely to high material prices and ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Nishikigi gets shock loss, Hokutofuji rejoins at top in Nagoya
Overnight leader and No. 1 maegashira Nishikigi fell to a surprise second defeat Thursday at the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament, where ... ( read original story ...)
Mother in Osaka arrested for starving daughter and claiming insurance money
Investigators believe Kasumi Nawata regularly starved her daughter, hospitalizing her 43 times for a total of 332 days since spring 2018. ( read original story ...)