Andreessen Horowitz, a major U.S. technology investor, said it plans to open its first international office in London.
Tokyo hero Simranjeet savours his India comeback
The striker, who scored the winning goal in the hockey team’s bronze-winning match, is back where he belongs after a long battle with injuries and poor form ... ( read original story ...)
Asian small-clawed otter pups born in Japan
Threatened by habitat loss, pollution and illegal pet trade, their populations are in decline. They are especially popular in Japan for their adorable and charming faces. Toba Aquarium plans to hold ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s largest airline just unveiled a Pokémon-themed Boeing 787. Take a look at the newest Pikachu Jet.
All Nippon Airways has just inaugurated its Pikachu Jet NH aircraft, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with a livery designed for ANA by The Pokémon Company. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Line to quit online brokerage business in deal with Nomura
TOKYO -- Japanese messaging app operator Line will withdraw from the online brokerage business that it ran as a joint venture with securities giant Nomura Holdings, the companies announced on Monday, ... ( read original story ...)
Compliance Rules: Why I Believe Stricter Regulation Will Free Crypto Growth
Technology is evolving so fast that new avenues for malfeasance—money laundering, terrorist financing, ransomware and other scams—are opening every day.
North Korean hackers have stolen $3 billion of crypto in 5 years by masquerading as recruiters, IT workers, and government officials to dupe victims
Hackers backed by North Korea have stolen $3 billion of crypto in five years. They use a variety of elaborate schemes, including posing as employment recruiters, to get access to sensitive info. The stolen crypto is funding 50% of the dictatorship's ballistic missile program,
Japan’s space agency to be freed to invest in private businesses
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) will soon be able to invest freely in private businesses under legislation currently in the works, enabling it to provide funding to projects such as the ...
Japan ruling party official sees no reason for no-confidence vote in Kishida cabinet
Secretary General Toshimitsu Motegi said on Monday he could think of no reason why the cabinet of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida deserved a vote of no-confidence that could trigger a snap election. ( read original story ...)
Kenzo Takada Recreated a Piece of Japan in Paris
The fashion designer’s longtime home in Bastille has gardens, a traditional tea ceremony room and lots of wood craftsmanship ... ( read original story ...)
Top US tech investor to open office in UK citing crypto-friendly approach
California-based venture capitalist firm says UK now on ‘right path to becoming a leader in crypto regulation’
Patek Philippe Premieres New Complications at Its Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Tokyo
Featuring a new Quadruple Complication, a World Time Minute Repeater as well as a Minute Repeater with date display. ( read original story ...)
Wim Wenders to head jury of Tokyo International Film Festival 2023
German filmmaker Wim Wenders, known for works including "Wings of Desire" and "Perfect Days," has been appointed president of the international jury at the 36th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF ... ( read original story ...)
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Risky Japan Trade Seeded a Crypto Empire
Fried’s new crypto trading firm makes big money on a Japan crypto trade, but early Alameda Research employees start asking questions.
Japan yields decline as bets climb for BOJ to keep status quo
The yields on Japanese government bonds fell on Monday as investors strengthened bets for the Bank of Japan to leave stimulus settings unchanged at its meeting this week. The 10-year JGB yield fell 1 ...
K&L Gates Lands Tokyo Finance Partner BCLP
Dominic Gregory, a former Tokyo managing partner at Ashurst, has returned to Japan to join K&L Gates from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner. K&L Gates added finance lawyer Dominic Gregory as a partner in ...