The bill, designed to establish clear regulatory frameworks for digital assets, now faces an uncertain future.
Luftgekühlt Goes to Tokyo This March
Look for this celebration of air-cooled Porsches in an evocative place: on an unused stretch of expressway that will look familar to Gran Turismo players. ( read original story ...)
Japanese banking giant SMBC closing digital bank, cutting jobs
SMBC is closing its U.S. digital banking unit, resulting in 163 total positions eliminated. Of those about 14 are in Florida, three in SWFL.
Little Tokyo Düsseldorf: Where Culture, Tourism, and Business Connect Germany and Japan
Little Tokyo Düsseldorf is Europe’s most authentic Japanese quarter, showcasing strong cultural, tourism, travel, and business ties between Düsseldorf and Tokyo. Centered on Immermannstraße, the ... ( read original story ...)
White House reportedly threatens to withdraw support from crypto bill
The White House is reportedly considering withdrawing its support for a long-awaited crypto market structure bill, according to a journalist familiar with the matter. This follows a public rift with Coinbase, the largest crypto exchange in the United States and one of the staunchest supporters of the bill.
Crypto industry spent tens of millions influencing now-delayed cryptocurrency regulations
In an effort to shape how their industry is regulated, cryptocurrency interests have spent millions of dollars supporting key lawmakers and on lobbying efforts linked to legislation that has since stalled on Capitol Hill.
“Cities of the world take note”: EA esports heads discuss ALGS’ return to Sapporo
At the ALGS 2026 World Championship, Esports Insider Italy spoke to two key figures in the ecosystem., EA's esports heads. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei hits all-time high as markets track Wall Street rally
Japan's Nikkei share average surged to a record high on Tuesday, playing catch-up with Wall Street's recent two-day rally after a public holiday in the Asian nation. Investor sentiment was further ...
Morning Bid: Politics Dominate Markets, From Japan Stocks to Bitcoin
Politics was firmly back in the driver's seat of global markets on Monday, not least after a surprise weekend win for right-wing fiscal dove Sanae Takaichi that sets her up to be Japan's first female ...
Coinbase CEO says key crypto vote can be rescheduled after 11th hour cancellation
Senators canceled a markup and vote of a major crypto bill after a number of issues, including opposition from Coinbase. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says negotiations continue and a vote could happen ...
Naomi Osaka reveals how Iga Swiatek’s ex-coach Tomasz Wiktorowski has helped her
Naomi Osaka reveals coach Tomasz Wiktorowski has helped her a lot in the decision-making department and always makes sure to pinpoint the good thing she does. When the Japanese hired Serena Williams' ... ( read original story ...)
Unprecedented plan to relocate wild deer in Kyoto to Nagoya Castle begins
An "unprecedented" project to move wild deer from the outskirts of Kyoto to Nagoya Castle some 100 kilometers away is gaining momentum. Will ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shares thing she absolutely wants to avoid at Australian Open
Naomi Osaka admits she regretted certain things after concluding her US Open run and underlines she doesn't want to experience the same at the Australian Open. Four months ago, the Japanese tennis ... ( read original story ...)
Yen strengthens after Japan warns of possible intervention
The yen rose on Friday after Japan's Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said Tokyo would not rule out any options to counter weakness in the currency, including coordinated intervention with the U.S. T ... ( read original story ...)
Yellow sand fills air over Osaka in rare winter arrival from Gobi
The dreaded springtime clouds of yellow sand carried by westerly winds were observed in Osaka on Jan. 16, a rare occurrence for the winter season, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Takaichi considers suspending sales tax on food in election pledge, Mainichi says
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering a pledge to suspend the sales tax on food as part of her campaign for a general election next month, the Mainichi newspaper reported, citing ... ( read original story ...)