The cryptocurrency scandals seem to never end, but Washington policymakers show little interest in pushing through legislation to codify the structure of the industry.
Circle partners with SBI to promote USDC adoption in Japan
Circle Internet Financial, the issuer of US dollar-pegged stablecoin USDC, has partnered with Japanese financial services multinational SBI Holdings to expand the adoption of USDC in Japan.
Japan’s TSE starts market maker trial in carbon credit market
Japan's Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) said on Monday it has launched a market maker mechanism on a trial basis in the newly-launched carbon credit market to boost liquidity.
Japan panel recommends approval of updated Daiichi Sankyo COVID shot- Kyodo
A Japanese health ministry panel on Monday recommended approval for an updated version of Daiichi Sankyo's COVID-19 vaccine, the Kyodo news agency said. ( read original story ...)
Swap spring cherry blossom for autumn leaves for the most Insta-worthy Japan holiday
Tourists may flock in their millions in spring, but they’re missing a trick – fall foliage hits harder than the famous pink blooms, finds ... ( read original story ...)
With Japan Cup win, Equinox shows why he’s world’s No. 1-rated horse
Jockey Christophe Lemarie called it "perfection," and there were few arguments after Equinox romped to a 4-length victory in Sunday's Group 1 Japan Cup, highlighting the weekend's international horse ... ( read original story ...)
Stablecoin Issuer Circle Partners SBI Holdings for USDC Adoption in Japan
Circle Financial, one of the leading stablecoin issuers, has partnered with SBI Holdings to expand its presence in Japan.
China leads Asia market declines as property stocks plunge; Japan service inflation heats up
Investors brace for a slew of economic data this week, including China's November factory activity numbers and inflation readings from Japan and Australia.
New crypto front emerges in Israel’s militant financing fight
A new front has emerged in Israel's fight against the funding of Iran-backed militant groups from Hamas to Hezbollah: A fast-growing crypto network called Tron. Quicker and cheaper than its larger ...
Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 0.62%
Japan stocks were lower after the close on Monday, as losses in the Paper & Pulp, Railway & Bus and Services sectors led shares lower. At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 fell 0.62%. The best ...
Japan, UK Discussed Global Inflation, Volatile FX, Financial Markets
TOKYO (Reuters) - Top finance officials from Japan and Britain exchanged views and analysis on current global and domestic economic challenges such as elevated inflation and volatile currency and ...
S&P Global Ratings affirms Osaka Gas at “AA-” (Local Currency LT credit rating); outlook negative
S&P Global Ratings affirmed the "AA-" Local Currency LT credit rating of Osaka Gas on November 23, 2023. The outlook is negative. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall as gains locked in
TOKYO, Nov. 27 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks closed lower on Monday, with early gains erased as investors sold stocks to pocket profits. Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock index, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Government launches center of exchange between entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders
On Monday, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government held a kick-off event to celebrate the opening of Tokyo Innovation Base or TiB for short, a center of exchange between entrepreneurs and other ... ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific stocks turn lower as China property stocks plunge
PPI Services for October +2.3% y/y (expected +2.1%) China (SHCOMP) -0.42%. China's industrial profits continues to shrink in ... ( read original story ...)
Circle Signs MoU With SBI Holdings to Expand USDC Circulation in Japan
Circle has partnered with financial services firm SBI Holdings to facilitate the strategic expansion of USDC into the Japanese market.