There is a bleak comedy in seeing speculators nursing burned fingers once again. But the policy review may transpire to be more meaningful than the bureaucratic exercise it appears at first glance. ( read original story ...)
Which are the biggest Crypto Ponzi Schemes?
Crypto investment has become an attractive option for investors due to the potential for high returns. Unscrupulous actors are taking advantage of this by luring unsuspecting people into crypto ...
The Morning After: White House proposes a 30 percent tax on electricity used for crypto mining
White House proposes a 30 percent tax on electricity used for crypto mining, ChatGPT scams are the new crypto scams, Meta warns, Watch the first trailer for ‘Dune: Part Two’ ...
Biden Wants to Hit Power-Hungry Crypto Miners With a Big Tax Bill
Crypto miners have become a drain on global resources and may soon see a 30% energy tax hike in the newly proposed DAME tax bill.
Nato’s Asia office adds ‘layer of cooperation’ for Japan but won’t result in its membership
The new liaison office, Nato's first in Asia, will facilitate consultations with Japan and key partners, and is an 'important and positive development' for the country China's foreign ministry notes ...
Japan to contribute $25 mil. to Asian Development Bank’s loan program
Japan says it is ready to contribute 25 million dollars to a new loan program to help emerging and developing economies fight climate change. The program is run by the Asian Development Bank.
Anti-revision groups rally in Tokyo against arms buildup on Constitution’s 76th anniv.
On May 3, the 76th anniversary since Japan's postwar Constitution came into effect in 1947, tens of thousands in favor of keeping the documen･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM heads to Seoul as ties warm over North Korea threat
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will visit Seoul this weekend as the two countries seek to bury historical animosities and reboot their relationship in the face of a growing threat from North ... ( read original story ...)
Is Japan’s military fit for purpose?
Rattled by the rise of China, Tokyo has introduced a record increase in defence spending. But experts say it also needs a complete change in mindset ... ( read original story ...)
FTX Seeks to Claw Back $3.9 Billion in Cash, Crypto from Genesis
FTX Group is seeking to claw back close to $3.9 billion of cash and crypto from bankrupt digital asset lender Genesis Global Capital LLC and a non-bankrupt affiliate, GGC International Ltd.
Sports Digest: Trevor Bauer picks up 4-1 victory in debut with Yokohama
Bauer, scattered seven hits in seven innings, allowed one run, struck out nine and threw 98 pitches in Yokohama DeNA Baystars’ 4-1 victory against the Hiroshima Carp before 33,202, which the team said ... ( read original story ...)
Dango samurai swords appear in Tokyo’s Harajuku, so Mr Sato heads out to try them
When our Harajuku-loving, young-at-heart reporter Mr Sato visited, he purchased the store’s most famous signature sweet — the “ Hana Yori Dango ” (“ Dango Over Flowers “). This gigantic skewer ... ( read original story ...)
IMF sees uncertainty over Japan’s monetary policy, spillover globally
The International Monetary Fund on Thursday warned of "uncertainty" around the direction of Japan's monetary policy, saying a possible shift from ultra-low interest rates could have a significant ... ( read original story ...)
FTX Asks for Billions Back From Bankrupt Crypto Lender Genesis
The bankrupt crypto exchange filed clawback claims against the crypto lender.
Japan’s 1st casino hits new snag: reluctant lenders
Japan's first-ever casino resort project in Osaka is lining up lenders for a record 550 billion yen ($4.1 billion) syndicated loan after getting the government's green light, but some banks that had ...
Majuru pledges to deliver world class Osaka 2025 Expo campaign
ZIMTRADE chief executive officer, Mr Allan Majuru, has paid tribute to Government for the honour of being appointed to lead the country’s campaign as Commissioner General at the Osaka Expo 2025 in ...