Thirdverse, the virtual reality game developer behind "Swords of Gargantua," has raised $8.5 million in Series A funding. The round was led by JAFCO, with participation from Presence Capital, Sisu ... ( read original story ...)
NBC Sports Extends Twitter Olympics Content Deal for Tokyo 2021, Beijing 2022
NBC Sports and Twitter are hoping for Olympic-size audience lifts through their extended content pact to cover both the postponed Tokyo Olympics set for summer 2021 and the Beijing Olympic Winter ... ( read original story ...)
Mike Pompeo lashes out at China at ‘Quad’ meeting in Japan
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is meeting his counterparts from Australia, India and Japan in Tokyo to discuss how to counter China. The "Quad meeting" comes as all four countries seek to form a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks to boost catch limits of prized bluefin tuna
Countries involved in managing Pacific bluefin tuna fisheries are studying a Japanese request to raise its catch quotas for the fish, highly prized for sushi and sashimi ... ( read original story ...)
Pompeo in Japan denounces Beijing for COVID-19 ‘coverup’
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned China during a security dialogue in Japan, describing Beijing's response to COVID-19 as a "coverup." ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto derivatives for retail investors banned by UK regulator
The UK’s financial regulator has banned the sale of cryptocurrency-related derivatives to retail consumers, saying the underlying assets had “no reliable basis for valuation”. After concluding a ... ( read original story ...)
U.K. FCA Bans Sale of Crypto-Derivatives to Retail Investors
Britain’s financial watchdog has banned the sale of cryptocurrency derivatives, saying they have no value for ordinary investors. ( read original story ...)
The UK’s financial regulator bans crypto-based products for retail investors after a year-long review
These products are "ill-suited" to retail consumers as they risk losing a lot of money due to difficulties in valuing cryptoassets, the FCA said. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama to raise prices on LT, passenger tires Nov. 1
Yokohama Tire Corp. said it is increasing prices of consumer replacement tires sold in the U.S. by up to 5 percent, effective November 1. Yokohama said the increase includes high-performance, light ... ( read original story ...)
Pompeo’s Message in Japan: Countering China Is Worth Meeting Face to Face
The American diplomat’s willingness to meet with allies in Asia, despite the crisis embroiling the White House, speaks to fears of China’s rise. ( read original story ...)
US, Australia, India, Japan discuss China’s growing power
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Tuesday that China's increasingly assertive actions across the region make it more critical than ever for four Indo-Pacific nations known as the Quad to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and South Korea to open borders for business from Thursday
Japan and South Korea will reopen borders to each other for business trips from Thursday, a move that may help improve relations that have sunk to a historic low over wartime labor. "Currently, the ... ( read original story ...)
Metsä Pavilion opens in Tokyo – a showcase of elegant design and fast offsite construction with wooden elements
The Metsä Pavilion is Business Finland's project with Metsä Group as the main partner. The elegant pavilion highlights innovative ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, South Korea lift entry ban on business travel
Japan and South Korea have agreed to recommence business travel between the countries starting Thursday, in an attempt to improve their historically poor relations. ( read original story ...)
U.K.’s FCA Bans Sale of Crypto-Derivatives to Retail Consumers
Britain’s financial watchdog has banned the sale of cryptocurrency derivatives, saying they have no value for ordinary investors. ( read original story ...)
City watchdog bans crypto-derivatives to save investors from £53m in losses
The FCA will prohibit the sale or marketing of financial instruments linked to cryptoassets, such as bitcoin, from January 6. ( read original story ...)