Zhao is the founder and former CEO of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. The estimate would place Zhao ahead of Bill Gates, whose wealth was estimated at roughly ...
Osaka Aims to Become Global Design Hub as Osaka Design Week Kicks Off Sept. 23
Osaka Design Week's executive committee is composed of Japanese companies such as manufacturing firm Sanei and clothing supplier Union, in collaboration with Studiolabo, founder and manager of ... ( read original story ...)
Inflation report sends crypto markets surging
The United States reported steady inflation for February, but rising geopolitical tensions are complicating the outlook for markets and policymakers. Data released on March 11 by the U.S. Bureau of ...
Giant pipe rises about 13 meters from road in central Osaka
A giant pipe has emerged about 13 meters above a road in a busy district of central Osaka, western Japan. The city is investigating the cause of the incident, and restoration work is underway. ( read original story ...)
Elon Musk Suddenly Confirms Imminent Crypto Game-Changer Amid Huge $1 Million Bitcoin Price Prediction
The price of dogecoin, a meme-based bitcoin rival that’s long been touted by Musk as a viable alternative to biggest cryptocurrency, jumped 8% on speculation over X Money’s crypto integration after ...
SoftBank’s PayPay plans to price IPO around low end of range, sources say
TOKYO/NEW YORK, March 11 (Reuters) - The initial public offering (IPO) of SoftBank's PayPay is likely to price around the low end of the marketing range as tensions in the Middle-East roil markets, ...
Japan Lobby to Steer Banks on Tackling Booming LBO Business
Japan’s main banking lobby plans to establish risk management guidelines for lenders offering leveraged loans to finance mergers and acquisitions deals as transactions soar in the country, according ...
Japan’s MUFG, State Bank of India partner to finance projects, including M&A
MUMBAI, March 11 (Reuters) - Japan's Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) and the State Bank of India (SBI) on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership to structure and finance projects, including ...
Japan to Release Oil From Reserves Unilaterally, Takaichi Says
Japan will release oil from its strategic reserves on its own, according to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, as the nation grapples with the fallout of the war in the Middle East. ( read original story ...)
Marking 15 years since the 2011 Japan earthquake
A look back at 60 Minutes' reporting on the deadly 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami that killed nearly 20,000. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s gasoline prices rise for 4th straight week
The rising cost of crude oil is beginning to take a toll on Japanese society. Prices of gasoline at the pump have risen for the fourth straight week. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wholesale inflation cools, but oil shock from Iran war threatens rebound
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, March 11 (Reuters) - Japan's wholesale inflation cooled for a third month in February as government fuel subsidies blunted rising commodity costs, but analysts warn the respite ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Marks 15 Years Since Tsunami Disaster As Prime Minister Pushes More Nuclear Energy Use
TOKYO (AP) — Japan marked the 15th anniversary of the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster on its northeastern coast Wednesday as the government pushes for more use of atomic energy. ( read original story ...)
Korean mother and daughter targeted in Japan’s intentional shoulder-bumping incidents
A South Korean family visiting Nagoya, Japan, has shared their experience of being targeted by "butsurikari" (intentional shoulder-bumping), a growing issue in Japan where vulnerable groups like ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shows true colors after Aryna Sabalenka called out ‘not smart decision’
Naomi Osaka was beaten by Aryna Sabalenka in the fourth round of Indian Wells, with her decision to leave Evolve for IMG a hot topic of conversation. ( read original story ...)
Japan marks 15 years since tsunami disaster as Takaichi pushes more nuclear energy use
Japan is marking the 15th anniversary of the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster on its northeastern coast as the government pushes for atomic energy use. ( read original story ...)