Researchers at Nagoya University developed a phosphonic acid polymer with hydrophobic spacers for fuel cell electrolytes, enabling high-temperature, low-humidity operation. A research group led by Ats ... ( read original story ...)
Weekly flu cases in Tokyo more than double, exceeding caution threshold
Tokyo Metropolitan Government officials say the latest weekly number of influenza cases reported in the capital more than doubled from the preceding seven days. They are urging people to take ... ( read original story ...)
Can Crypto’s Scarcity Tame AI’s Infinite Abundance?
In a world overflowing with AI-generated content and AI agents, can crypto step in to bring back trust, authenticity, and scarcity?
Rapidus is first Japanese company to install ASML’s cutting-edge EUV machine — chipmaking tool for 2nm chips expected to be operational this year
Rapidus has successfully begun installing ASML's Twinscan NXE:3800E EUV lithography system at its Innovative Integration for Manufacturing (IIM-1) facility in Chitose, Hokkaido, marking a significant milestone for Japan’s semiconductor industry.
Bank of Japan stands pat in bow to sluggish economy
TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan on Thursday decided to maintain its accommodative monetary policy as the economy's performance remains uneven and consumer inflation shows signs of slipping. After a two-day meeting, the central bank kept its policy rate -- the uncollateralized overnight call rate -- unchanged at 0.25% for the third straight meeting.
Angelo Noronha promoted to president, CEO of Yokohama-ATG
MAHARASHTRA, India — Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (YRC) has promoted Angelo Noronha, currently president of global aftermarket sales, to president and CEO of its Yokohama-ATG off-highway tire business ... ( read original story ...)
Why do small children in Japan ride the subway alone?
Why do Japanese people queue so politely, and wait for green lights before crossing the road? Why, in short, is Japan so orderly? Some say the answer lies in its primary schools. As the final bell ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Largest Warship Back Home After California F-35B Tests; Russian Ships, Aircraft Operate Near Japan, Alaska
One of Japan’s largest warships – JS Kaga (DDH-184) – returned to its homeport of Kure on Sunday following a three-month deployment to the United States to conduct F-35B trials, this week. On Monday, ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka to see rising office vacancy rates until Q3 2025
And rents are expected to decline gradually. According to the Oxford Economics forecast as of September, Osaka City’s real GDP is expected to grow by 0.4% in both 2024 and 2025. In the rental market, ... ( read original story ...)
Losses from crypto hacks jump to $2.2 billion in 2024, report says
Funds stolen by hacking cryptocurrency platforms surged 21% from a year ago to $2.2 billion in 2024, a report from blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis showed on Thursday.The hacking amount exceeded ...
10 Crypto Predictions For 2025 – Nations, Corporations, Regulations
In 2024, cryptocurrencies made significant strides in mainstream adoption, but 2025 will be the year of transformative follow-through.
Bitcoin is up 131% this year—but don’t let crypto FOMO ‘drive you to do something stupid,’ says behavioral finance expert
Behavioral finance experts call it 'regret aversion.' The rest of us call it FOMO. And it could lead you to make big portfolio mistakes if you're not careful.
How to Accept Crypto Payments: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Accept Crypto Payments: A Step-by-Step Guide Your email has been sent What do Starbucks, Home Depot, Burger King, and Tesla have in common? They all accept cryptocurrency payments.
Sapporo promotes Hiroshi Tokimatsu to role of president
Japanese beer company Sapporo Holdings has announced that Hiroshi Tokimatsu, currently the executive group managing officer, will be promoted to president. GM shares have risen over 45% this year, far ... ( read original story ...)
Amazon Japan to enter “furusato nozei” business
Amazon aims to differentiate its service from other sites by delivering gifts as quickly as one day after donations are made. ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan Holds Rates Steady: How Carry Trade Can Fuel Bitcoin Price
The BOJ’s decision to maintain low interest rates has different implications for the Japanese yen and Bitcoin. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) maintained its ultra-loose monetary policy, keeping interest ...