The crypto market is down today and facing renewed pressure as inflation concerns grow due to the U.S.-Iran war, which is sending oil prices to new highs. With inflationary pressure on the U.S.
Morgan Stanley sends bold message on crypto asset allocation
Amy Oldenburg says crypto fund adoption remains in early stages.
Japan to support ‘green’ steelworks with up to $1.1bn in debt guarantees
Japan plans to provide support for a low-emissions furnace at a steel subsidiary of JFE Holdings, guaranteeing up to 180 billion yen ($1.14 billion) in loans as part of a ...
Trump hails Japanese leader, says Tokyo ‘really stepping up to the plate’ on Iran
By Trevor Hunnicutt and David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON, March 19 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump greeted Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warmly at the White House on Thursday and said he ... ( read original story ...)
Goodbye to Tokyo: an underrated metropolis ‘sinks’ Japan’s capital and becomes the world’s largest
The megacity is positioned ahead of the Japanese capital, and the UN announces bad news for the population of Japan in the next 25 years. For Japan, the news underscores a troubling trend. In 1975, ... ( read original story ...)
Blooming marvellous: Tokyo’s cherry blossom season officially begins
The blooming was five days earlier than the average, possibly due to low rainfall and longer hours of sunshine in winter. ( read original story ...)
Trump compares first strikes on Iran to Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor
Trump jokingly referred to the initial strikes on Iran to the attack on Pearl Harbor while seated next to Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. ( read original story ...)
Asian Games athletes to stay in cruise ship
TOKYO — Athletes at the Asian Games in Japan will have “a unique experience” staying on a cruise ship and in wooden containers, an organizing official told Agence France-Presse (AFP) six months out ... ( read original story ...)
Factory fallout: Manufacturing layoffs from Sublime Systems, Yokohama Tire, Cree Lighting and more
Our latest digest of manufacturers shutting down factories and issuing layoffs includes companies in tire manufacturing, green concrete, furniture and more. ( read original story ...)
Crypto.com lays off 12% of workforce in latest company to cite AI in job cuts
CEO Kris Marszalek said the layoffs were in "roles that do not adapt in our new world" as the company integrates enterprise-wide AI.
Avalanche says the best crypto products won’t feel like crypto
John Nahas argues the next phase of adoption will be driven by business outcomes, not consumers choosing favorite chains.
Bank of Japan keeps rates steady as expected, warns Iran war may push up inflation
The Bank of Japan kept its rates steady at 0.75% as expected, but noted that inflation risks now are tilted to the upside due to the Iran war.
Yokohama India’s premium shift: ₹1,500-crore investment backs SUVs, exports and OEM push
Exports are also gaining traction, though in a measured manner. Yokohama currently caters to SAARC and African markets, primarily in the aftermarket segment. “Our approach is to ... ( read original story ...)
Citigroup quietly cuts crypto stock price targets except one surprise pick
After lowering its 12-month price targets for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), Citigroup (NYSE: C) lowered the stock price targets on several cryptocurrency companies on March 19 ...
Gas Prices in Japan Hit Record High, Testing Leader’s Cost-of-Living Pledge
Japan is deploying subsidies to blunt fuel price increases but remains vulnerable to the long-term economic risks of the war in the Middle East. ( read original story ...)
EdgeConneX breaks ground on Osaka data center
EdgeConneX has broken ground on a new data center outside Osaka, Japan. The company this week announced it has commenced development of its first 200MW, AI-ready data center campus in Greater Osaka, ... ( read original story ...)